Wrexham are preparing a £4 million bid for Sheffield United’s Kieffer Moore as part of their push to strengthen their squad ahead of the new Championship season. The Toffees are hopeful of landing the veteran striker to boost their chances of Premier League promotion.
Wrexham are reportedly preparing a £4 million ($5.3 million) bid for Sheffield United striker, Kieffer Moore, in a move that could signal the club’s intent to make their Championship stay as brief as possible, aiming for a swift return to the Premier League. This offer, which could make Moore one of the division’s highest-paid players, follows the club’s desire to strengthen their attack and improve their chances of survival in the second tier.
What’s Happening?
According to Alan Nixon, Wrexham are ready to make a major financial commitment to secure Moore’s services. The Wales international could be offered a significant salary increase from his current £30,000 ($40,000) weekly wage at Sheffield United, with some reports suggesting the possibility of making him one of the highest earners in the Championship. Wrexham are prepared to pay a transfer fee near £4 million, nearly matching the £5 million ($6.7 million) paid to Nottingham Forest for Lewis O’Brien earlier this summer.
The Bigger Picture: Moore’s Role at Wrexham
Wrexham’s squad, freshly promoted to the Championship, is in need of a proven goalscorer to help them compete in the second tier. While signing Ryan Hardie from Plymouth was a step in the right direction—Hardie netted 22 goals in the past two seasons in League One—Wrexham will need more firepower to ensure their stay in the Championship is brief. Moore, who has previously scored 20 goals in a Championship season with Cardiff City (2020-21), fits the profile of the kind of player the club needs. However, his recent form has been inconsistent, with just six goals for Sheffield United in an injury-plagued campaign last year.
At almost 33 years old, Moore’s signing would be a gamble, especially considering his age and relatively modest goal tally last season. But his experience in the second tier and his status as a Welsh international would bring valuable depth to Wrexham’s attack.
Did You Know?
Despite a solid team effort, Wrexham struggled to find a standout striker last season. No player managed more than nine goals across all competitions, though six different players scored at least six times. Sam Smith, a January signing from Reading, was the club’s top-scoring forward last season with seven goals in 19 appearances, but his lack of Championship experience (only eight appearances to date) leaves question marks over his ability to deliver at this higher level.
What’s Next for Wrexham?
While the pursuit of Moore remains the top priority for Wrexham, the club is also considering other high-profile signings. Manager Phil Parkinson has confirmed internal discussions over a potential move for Christian Eriksen, although it’s unclear if those talks will progress into a formal bid. With the Championship season kicking off on August 9 against Southampton, Wrexham are racing against the clock to make any additional signings before their debut in the second tier.
