Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have got fans talking after they shared a cryptic 'Wrexham United' picture on their social media channels.
The newly-promoted League Two side have been on the lookout for new sponsorship deals ahead of the 2023/24 campaign. Last week, they confirmed VistaPrint would feature as their back-of-shirt sponsors next season.
Following promotion to the EFL, commercial requirements mean the sleeve sponsorship is no longer available for league games, so VistaPrint has moved to the nape.
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Wrexham also share a relationship with several companies, including TikTok, Expedia and Aviation American Gin.
Now, fans think Reynolds has just hinted at another potential big-money move after the Hollywood actor posted a cryptic picture to his Twitter account alongside the caption: "Yes. This. Is. Happening."
Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney dropped an even bigger hint on his account moments later, saying: "Change is in the air."
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It didn't take long for fans to speculate about the news, with some suggesting the "change is in the air" caption refers to a possible partnership with American airline company United Airlines.
Others believe the League Two club could be about to change their name.
One fan commented: "Release new kit with United Airlines as sponsor immediately," while another said: "Definitely wasn’t the only one whose initial reaction was a name change."
A third wrote: "Lots of people will funnily misunderstand this one."
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A fourth added: "If they’re going renaming the club then this is the beginning of the end."
McElhenney appeared to hint that Wrexham's new sponsors will be an Airline during a recent episode of The Always Sunny Podcast.
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Moments after Glenn Howerton asked if Rob travels to Liverpool airport ahead of games, the Hollywood actor replied: "Yeah. It’s, it’s always tricky. But um, hopefully well, we have a couple of new sponsors coming up this year."
Glenn replied: "Fourwalls whiskey?", to which McElhenney said: "Fourwalls whiskey’s gonna be one of them, yes. But they’re not gonna help get me from Los Angeles to..."
UPDATE: It was confirmed shortly after Reynolds' tweet that United Airlines will be Wrexham's front-of-shirt sponsor from the 2023/24 season onwards.
McElhenney and Reynolds revealed the new home shirt and new United Airlines sponsorship in the video below:
The co-chairman commented: “We seek out sponsors that match the spirit of both Wrexham Association Football Club and the people of Wrexham.
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“We could think of no better sponsor for the next phase of our quest than United Airlines. The team, town and fans around the world are united as never before and United Airlines is committed to elevating our story and journey.”
United Airlines Chief Communications Officer, Josh Earnest, said: “The story of Wrexham AFC and their fans represents the best of what professional sports has to offer.
“The passion and perseverance of this team on the rise has captured the imagination of people in the U.S. and around the world. When the Wrexham AFC players deliver even more heart-pumping moments this season, we couldn’t be prouder that United Airlines will be written across their chests.
“We’re also excited to partner with the team and their co-chairmen across social media and on their hit TV show as the incredible story of this team and its loyal fans continues to unfold.”
Featured Image Credit: AlamyTopics: League Two, Rob McElhenney, Ryan Reynolds, Wrexham, Fan Reactions
