Danny Ward, the former Liverpool goalkeeper, is poised to join Wrexham, a club in his hometown of Wales, marking a significant step in his career. At 32, Ward is set to return to his roots as Wrexham has reportedly agreed to terms for his signing, pending a medical examination.
His journey in football has had its ups and downs. After leaving Liverpool in 2018, he spent seven years at Leicester City, where he made only 52 top-level appearances, including five last season. During this time, he tallied 18 clean sheets but faced challenges with a defense that conceded 75 goals.
Ward’s path has also been shaped by national obligations, having earned 44 caps for Wales. He notably featured prominently during Leicester’s last Premier League season, where the team faced relegation.
Excitingly for Wrexham fans, Ward is expected to step into the role of first-choice goalkeeper, joining a squad that is rapidly strengthening under the ownership of Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The club has already added striker Ryan Hardie and has been linked to other notable free agents, such as Danny Ings and Aaron Cresswell.
Reflecting on his earlier years, Ward’s move from Wrexham to Liverpool as a teenager was seen as a significant leap. He climbed through the club’s ranks to become a backup goalkeeper but found his prospects dimmed with the arrival of superstar Alisson Becker in 2018.
Now, returning to Wrexham offers Ward a chance to reclaim his career in familiar surroundings, with renewed opportunities on the horizon. It’s a hopeful scenario where he can both reconnect with his roots and inspire the next generation of players in his community.