Schmaltz, theatre and sharp teeth: Wrexham reveal the hard truth about football | Barney Ronay

The Guardian – SportFriday, December 12, 2025 at 8:12:29 PM
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Schmaltz, theatre and sharp teeth: Wrexham reveal the hard truth about football | Barney Ronay
  • The arrival of US hedge funders at Wrexham has stripped away any pretenses, revealing the club as just another project in the world of football. This week, the club's minority ownership has been linked to Jeffrey Epstein, a deceased financier with a controversial past involving celebrity paedophilia.
  • This development raises significant concerns about the ethical implications of financial investments in sports, particularly regarding the influence of individuals with troubling histories on community institutions like Wrexham. The situation highlights the intersection of sport, celebrity culture, and moral accountability.
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