Liverpool's influence sparks creative ideas in Wrexham co-owner McElhenney, leading to innovative ventures.

Liverpool inspire Wrexham co-owner McElhenney Image source, Rex Features Image caption, Rob McElhenney (L) and Ryan Reynolds officially took control of Wrexham in February 2021 Published11 May 2025 Co-owner Rob McElhenney hopes Wrexham can draw inspiration from Liverpool's connection to the iconic anthem You'll Never Walk Alone as his team aims to continue their impressive ascent up the football hierarchy. Manager Phil Parkinson has guided the team to three consecutive promotions since Hollywood duo McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds acquired the club in 2021, bringing them just one step away from the Premier League. Looking ahead to their return to the second tier after a 43-year absence, McElhenney highlighted the significance of Liverpool's association with the beloved song in embodying the spirit and sense of belonging that Wrexham strives to replicate. Speaking on the Men In Blazers podcast, McElhenney expressed, "It's the bond and the affection you share with each other and your community that is forged through adversity, which I believe speaks volumes about humanity." "When we are at our lowest and feeling defeated, we have one another to lean on and lift each other up. Sport is a great metaphor for that." "Hopefully one day we will be challenging Liverpool, but their anthem, You'll Never Walk Alone, is incredibly beautiful for a football club and its community." "One day, I aspire to crush their dreams completely, but for now, I join Humphrey [Ker, Wrexham board member] in celebration because he adores Liverpool. Coincidentally, it's also Paul Mullin's team, so I have followed Liverpool and I am thrilled for them and their fans." "But truly, that song epitomizes what we are striving to achieve as well." Russell M. Cohen source: www.bbc.com tags: liverpool, wrexham, premierleague, football, inspiration