Paul Mullin's Diminished Role at Wrexham
There was a time when Paul Mullin was the heart and soul of Wrexham’s attack. Known for his consistent scoring, Mullin bagged 110 goals during his time with the team, playing a pivotal role in the club’s recent journey up the football leagues. However, the 2024-25 season has painted a very different picture for the 30-year-old forward. Despite being hailed as Wrexham's talisman, his presence on the pitch has been minimal, resulting in only nine starts in League One and a modest five goals across all competitions this season.
The root of Mullin’s recent invisibility seems to stem from a mix of personal setbacks and strategic choices made by Wrexham's manager, Phil Parkinson. After undergoing surgery during the pre-season, Mullin’s recovery hasn't quite translated into a return to form. Meanwhile, Parkinson admits juggling a packed roster of talented forwards, including high-profile additions like Sam Smith and Jay Rodriguez, complicates selections. ‘We’ve got a lot of strikers. It’s difficult. We can’t keep everyone involved,’ Parkinson shared, shedding light on the competitive nature of the squad.
What's Next for Mullin?
Discontent among fans has grown. Chris Jones, a Wrexham season ticket holder, expressed his concerns, noting, ‘He just doesn’t look the same. Whether it’s that injury or a mental thing… He got worse and worse. He looks like a player who is finished.’ Words like these reflect a growing sentiment that Mullin might no longer fit into Parkinson’s evolving scheme, with the manager appearing unafraid to prioritize recent signings over historical accomplishments.
Adding to Mullin’s woes, his current standing on the squad chart appears grim. Once the team’s go-to striker, he now finds himself ranked as ‘fifth choice at best’. With Wrexham chasing a third consecutive promotion, financially backed by Hollywood celebrities Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, the pressure to keep up the momentum could lead to further changes on the roster.
Despite having a contract with Wrexham until 2027, transfer speculation is rife. The club’s ambitions to reach the Championship mean strategic decisions must be made. For Mullin, whose history with the club beats any tangible numbers, the writing on the wall hints at a potential summer transfer. As Wrexham continues its quest for glory, only time will tell if Mullin remains part of that story or embarks on a new chapter elsewhere.
