Wrexham AFC welcome Luke Bolton and Jack Marriott
Wrexham AFC have announced the signings of defender Luke Bolton from Salford City and striker Jack Marriott. Credit: Conor Ryan (ETPhotos)
Wrexham AFC have announced the signings of defender Luke Bolton from Salford City and striker Jack Marriott.
Bolton joins the North Wales club on a deal lasting until the end of the 2025/26 season, while Marriott's contract extends until the end of the 2024/25 season.
Luke Bolton made twenty appearances for Salford City in Sky Bet League Two this season.
Speaking about his move, Bolton expressed his excitement: “I’m buzzing to be here and how the club has kicked on League Two to be second in the table is something I want to be a part of. Hopefully, we can push on and go for the title.”
Bolton, 24, a product of the Manchester City Academy, spent four years as a professional with the Citizens, including loan stints at Wycombe Wanderers, Luton Town, and Dundee United, where he scored his first professional goal.
He also represented England at Under-20 level and was part of the Three Lions squad that won the Toulon Tournament.
Manager Phil Parkinson commented on Bolton's signing: "Luke’s a really good addition to the squad. He’s going to be a player that adds real pace and dynamism to the team.”
Striker Jack Marriott, 29, joins Wrexham from Fleetwood Town.
The Beverley-born player, who won the EFL Sky Bet League One Golden Boot award at Peterborough United, brings a strong attacking presence to Wrexham.
Reflecting on his move, Marriott said: “I’m really pleased to be here and happy to get the deal over the line. The club’s performances, the way they play as a team is a real key factor for me signing.”
Marriott's career includes time at Ipswich Town, Luton Town, where he earned numerous awards, and a significant stint at Peterborough United.
His 27 goals in one season for the Posh were followed by a crucial role in Derby County’s push to the 2019 Championship Play-Off Final.
Phil Parkinson added about Marriott: "We’re really pleased to bring Jack to the club. He’s got proven experience at a higher level and comes to us looking to make a real contribution in our second half of the season."
