Steven Fletcher, former Premier League star, shares that not even his top-flight career prepared him for the whirlwind adventure at Wrexham. Famous for his time at clubs like Wolves and Sunderland, Fletcher found himself amidst Hollywood glamour when he signed with Wrexham in 2023. The club, owned by movie stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, took Fletcher on a ride like no other.
Wrexham, a North Wales club, experienced unprecedented success with back-to-back promotions, all while Fletcher played a key role on the team. Yet, it wasn’t just the football that captivated him. He talks about astonishing perks from major sponsors, including unexpected gifts like laptops and trips overseas – making Wrexham feel more like a Premier League club than a League Two contender. Trips to Las Vegas and Los Angeles, and even pre-season friendlies against the likes of Chelsea, left Fletcher in awe.
But it wasn’t just the sponsorships that made the journey surreal. Fletcher rubbed shoulders with Hollywood elites, enjoyed rounds of golf with Rob McElhenney, and helped film a Super Bowl advert alongside Channing Tatum. Despite the glamour, Fletcher insists Reynolds and McElhenney were genuinely committed to making the players feel valued.
While the decision to part ways with Wrexham initially left him upset, Fletcher now looks back on his time as the best two years of his career. From fighting relegation with other clubs to clinching promotions and mingling with celebrities, Fletcher leaves with memories he never imagined possible. For a player used to hard battles on the pitch, Wrexham was the Hollywood blockbuster he never expected to star in.