In a heartfelt birthday message, Dean Windass has reached out to his son Josh just before Wrexham’s big FA Cup clash against Nottingham Forest. Dean, a Hull City legend, used social media to wish his son luck while expressing his deep desire to reconnect. He wrote: “Happy 32nd birthday, Josh. Good luck tonight in the FA Cup. Life’s too short, please get in touch. Love, a very proud Dad.”
Josh is a key player for Wrexham, known for his skills on the pitch since joining from Sheffield Wednesday. The emotional plea comes amidst a backdrop of family tension, partly due to the revelation that Josh only heard about Dean’s dementia diagnosis indirectly through a teammate. Since then, Dean has become a vocal advocate for dementia awareness, especially concerning the risks associated with heading footballs.
Despite the challenges, Dean remains supportive of Josh’s career, especially since Josh has been a standout performer for Wrexham, contributing significantly to their campaign. The ongoing speculation about Josh’s future, including a potential return to Rangers, keeps both fans and family on edge.
Dean fondly recalls emotional moments watching Josh play at Rangers, describing himself as the “proudest man” as he watched his son take centre stage at Ibrox. As the FA Cup match approaches, fans and family alike are hoping for a memorable day for both the Windass family and Wrexham.