Former England goalkeeper Ben Foster has hailed Wrexham's meteoric rise under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as 'ridiculous' and unprecedented. The club's journey from the National League to Championship promotion contenders represents one of football's most remarkable stories since the Deadpool star and It's Always Sunny creator completed their takeover five years ago.

Foster, who played a key role in Wrexham's initial promotion, credits the owners' unique approach for the club's success. Unlike traditional football ownership, Reynolds and McElhenney brought fresh energy and genuine passion to the Welsh club, investing not just money but their personal commitment to the community. Their ownership has attracted global attention through the award-winning 'Welcome to Wrexham' docuseries, drawing celebrities and international fans to North Wales.

Under manager Phil Parkinson, Wrexham has secured three consecutive promotions, with the club now positioned for Championship play-off contention. The owners' vision of reaching the Premier League, once dismissed as a publicity stunt, now appears increasingly realistic. With record commercial revenue and strategic investments on and off the pitch, Wrexham's transformation from non-league obscurity to potential top-flight status represents an achievement that Foster believes 'will never be replicated again.'