Ryan Reynolds bought Wrexham AFC primarily not to make money but to revive and sustain a historic football club and bring positive change to the local community. He and co-owner Rob McElhenney acquired the club in November 2020 for about £2 million when Wrexham was struggling in the fifth tier of English football. Reynolds has expressed that the purchase was never about financial gain and that owning a football club is typically not a profitable business. Instead, their motivation was to build a sustainable model for the club that would support itself long after they are gone. They sought to grow the team, improve attendances, and make a positive impact on the wider Wrexham community, which had been lacking joy and struggling for years. Their ownership has injected new life into the club and the town, as seen through the club's rise in leagues and increased global recognition. Reynolds also appreciated the opportunity to build a business and be part of a unique project alongside his friend McElhenney, who originally proposed buying the club. Beyond football, the duo have engaged in charitable activities and community support in Wrexham, showing their commitment beyond mere celebrity ownership. In short, Ryan Reynolds bought Wrexham as a passion project to save and elevate the club and community, combining business, sport, and social impact rather than seeking financial profit.
