Wrexham are poised to sign Crystal Palace right-back Danny Imray for around £5m, with Palace set to omit the 23-year-old from their pre-season Como Cup squad as the move nears completion and a medical and contract finalisation at the Racecourse Ground are expected.
Wrexham closing in on Danny Imray transfer from Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace right-back Danny Imray appears set for a permanent switch to Wrexham, with the deal reported to be worth roughly £5 million. The 23-year-old’s imminent departure has prompted Palace to leave him out of their pre-season Como Cup travelling squad in Italy, a precaution likely intended to protect his fitness ahead of a medical.
Deal specifics and immediate logistics
Imray is expected to travel to North Wales for medical checks and contract formalities at the Racecourse Ground once terms are agreed. The fee — around £5m — represents a meaningful outlay for Wrexham as they reinforce a squad aiming to maintain momentum in the Championship and sustain an ambitious push toward the Premier League.
Why Palace are prepared to let him go
Palace face intense competition for first-team spots at full-back and have repeatedly relied on loan pathways to develop their younger pros. With established options at Selhurst Park, a permanent sale makes sense for both club and player: Palace realise transfer value from a homegrown prospect, while Imray secures a clearer route to regular senior football.
Imray’s profile and trajectory
Imray joined Palace’s academy from Chelmsford City in 2021 and built his reputation through loan spells, notably at Bromley and then West Bromwich Albion, where he demonstrated pace, stamina and attacking willingness from right-back. Those loan performances convinced Wrexham’s recruitment team that he can step up to consistent Championship demands.
What Imray adds to Wrexham
At 23, Imray offers youthful energy and succession planning on the right flank. He profiles as a modern full-back who can support attacks without compromising defensive duties. For a Wrexham side investing in promotion credentials, that blend of upside and immediate readiness is valuable — this looks like a buy intended to contribute from the start, not a long-term gamble.
Implications for the Championship race and both clubs
Wrexham’s acquisition underscores their intent to spend decisively as they chase elite objectives. For Palace, the sale is pragmatic squad management: monetise promising talent while maintaining depth elsewhere. For Imray, the move represents a step up in responsibility and exposure, with regular Championship minutes likely to accelerate his development.
Next steps and what to watch
Expect an official announcement once medicals and paperwork are complete. Monitor Wrexham’s integration plan: whether Imray is slotted straight into the starting XI or gradually eased in will signal how much immediate impact the club expects.
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For Palace, attention will turn to how they replace the outgoing depth and whether further moves follow.
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