Wrexham could face a battle to keep hold of some of their best players in the summer transfer window after missing out on promotion to the Premier League.
The Red Dragons finished seventh in the Championship table this season and missed out on the playoffs by just two points. Although it was the best finish in the club's 162-year history, there was also a sense of disappointment that the season wasn't even better.
Club Must Improve to Challenge for Promotion
Phil Parkinson has already admitted that Wrexham must improve its squad if it is to push for promotion to the Premier League, with many anticipating a stronger division next season.
Wolverhampton Wanderers, Burnley and West Ham United have all been relegated from the Premier League and will receive parachute payments next season, while Middlesbrough, Southampton and Birmingham City are also expected to be strong promotion contenders.
The Welsh club will also face a new challenge this summer: fighting to keep hold of some of its best players. While there has been transfer interest in Wrexham stars during their remarkable rise from the National League, this is the first summer in which the club might struggle to retain them.
With the club now operating at the top end of the Championship, its best performers will be on the radar of Premier League clubs, which can not only offer more money but also a higher platform on which to perform.
Who Could Wrexham Lose This Summer
Callum Doyle (Defender)
Wrexham is braced for transfer interest in defender Callum Doyle after a standout campaign in the Championship.
The 22-year-old excelled following his $6.8 million move from Manchester City and was named in the Championship Team of the Season for his exploits. Doyle also earned recognition in North Wales, being named both the club's Young Player of the Season and the Players' Player of the Season.
Wrexham knew it had signed a future star when City insisted on including a buyback clause in his sale last summer, with several Premier League clubs expected to be interested in a potential move over the coming months. Doyle is under contract until 2029, so the Red Dragons remain in a strong position regarding his future.
Speaking after the draw with Middlesbrough on the final day of the season, Wrexham captain Dom Hyam sparked transfer concern when he admitted the club might find it hard to keep Doyle this summer.
"He's a really quality player. I think he's got everything. He's technically so calm. He's a beast as well, and he's young. I think that'll unfortunately attract some big clubs. It's obviously out of our hands, but he's got a big future."
Josh Windass (Midfielder)
Wrexham might also face a battle to keep Josh Windass at the club after another excellent individual campaign.
The 32-year-old was named the club's Player of the Season after a campaign that saw him score 17 goals and register six assists across all competitions.
Windass is a target for Scottish giants Rangers, who are managed by his former Sheffield Wednesday mentor, Danny Röhl. He was signed as a free agent last summer, so any sale would represent pure profit from a financial perspective.
Sports Illustrated understands there is currently nothing to report regarding Rangers' interest, though it remains to be seen if the player pushes for a move.
Lewis O'Brien (Midfielder)
In terms of other players who might attract attention this summer, there have already been reports linking Hull City with a move for Lewis O'Brien.
The Tigers' transfer embargo will be lifted next month, allowing the club to pay transfer fees to sign players on permanent deals.