Wrexham chief executive Michael Williamson departs after two years

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Wrexham have announced the departure of chief executive Michael Williamson after two years, with club director Shaun Harvey stepping in as acting CEO.

Wrexham have announced the departure of chief executive Michael Williamson with immediate effect after two years at the club. Williamson, who arrived at the Racecourse Ground in 2024, was replaced by Inter Milan and DC United veteran. Co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac issued a joint statement on Friday confirming the decision. They thanked Williamson 'for his two years at Wrexham and for his work taking the club from League One to the Championship', and stated that 'since our takeover five years ago, Wrexham have had historic success on the pitch and won hearts all over the globe'.

Club director Shaun Harvey has stepped in as acting CEO. The statement noted that 'Shaun Harvey has been an integral part of this journey from the beginning, and we know Shaun will give every support to Phil Parkinson and the lads on the pitch'. The club have not indicated how long Harvey will remain in the interim position.

No official reason has been given for Williamson's departure. However, supporters have speculated about the circumstances, with some pointing to recent difficulties including the recent departure of executive director Humphrey Ker and a £75,000 EFL fine imposed last month after two players were included in matchday squads despite being ineligible. Reynolds arrived in Wrexham on Saturday for the club's Championship match with Wolverhampton Wanderers.

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Wrexham owners' presence uplifting - ParkinsonPhil Parkinson says Wrexham always feel uplifted when co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac attend a fixture after the duo watched their side's 1-1 draw with Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Racecourse Ground.BBC Wales · 7 Nov, 15:26
Ryan Reynolds jets in after shock exit as Wrexham fans say something's not rightRyan Reynolds has flown in for Wrexham's clash with Wolves after a shock boardroom exit sparked concern and speculation among supportersWalesOnline · 7 Nov, 13:19
Ryan Reynolds announces major Wrexham departure as statement publishedRyan Reynolds and Rob Mac have confirmed a major change behind the scenes at Wrexham, with chief executive Michael Williamson leaving the clubWalesOnline · 6 Nov, 16:41

In this story: Ryan Reynolds · Rob Mac · Michael Williamson · Shaun Harvey · Wrexham · Phil Parkinson

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