Wrexham are hoping to close a deal for Leicester City defender Harry Souttar this weekend, as reported by the Daily Mail.
Wrexham are expected to be busy in the final couple of weeks of the transfer window. The Red Dragons smashed their transfer record earlier this week to sign Anthony Patterson, and they are prepared to spend further.
Phil Parkinson’s side are looking to bring Harry Souttar to the club before the deadline, according to the Daily Mail. Wrexham are hoping to sign Souttar ahead of Sheffield United who are in the race for the Leicester City man.
The Welsh side offered around £7.5million for the Australia international earlier this week and hope to have the edge over rivals Sheffield United. The Blades are reportedly prepared to offer closer to £10m for Souttar, whether Wrexham would want to match that is unknown.
Sheffield United may be ahead of the race in the players head after his previous stint with them. He is reportedly keen on a return to the Blades.
Why is there so much interest in Harry Souttar?
Souttar has endured a frustrating couple of years since rupturing his Achilles while on loan at Sheffield United. Recovering from such a serious injury is difficult enough, but the Scotland-born defender was also forced to contend with further setbacks during his rehabilitation.
The 27-year-old finally returned towards the end of last season, starting Leicester City’s final two games of the 2025/26 campaign. Souttar made an immediate impact, scoring in the 1-1 draw with Millwall, although his efforts could not prevent Leicester City from dropping into League One.
It is therefore little surprise that Souttar has attracted interest from clubs in the second tier, particularly after playing a key role in Australia’s run to the FIFA World Cup round of 32. However, his strong form has also ensured that any potential deal will come at a significant cost.
The Verdict: Wrexham need a centre-back before the window shuts
While Wrexham had an impressive season in 2025/26, only five teams conceded more goals than them in the Championship. The defence needs to be improved if they are to become a promotion contender.
Phil Parkinson’s side have already signed Danny Imray from Crystal Palace as a new option at right wing-back. Souttar is not the first centre-back to be linked with Wrexham in recent days either.
Harry Souttar’s Championship stats
They are also pursuing a move for Henrik Falchener from Viking Stavanger. Wrexham have already submitted two offers for Falchener – the most recent was £8.1m – but have seen them both rejected.
If The Red Dragons match that bid in their pursuit of Souttar, they may just win the race. Wrexham will have the means to outbid their rivals if needed.
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