Over half of Premier League fans wouldn't want Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney owning their club despite Wrexham success

Just 28 per cent of Premier League fans would want Wrexham co-chairman Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney to own their club.

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Reynolds & McElhenney not loved in PLHave guided Wrexham to League TwoAiming for third successive promotionWHAT HAPPENED?

While Reynolds and McElhenney have guided Wrexham to League One, only 28% of fans in the Premier League would want the Hollywood pair to take over at their club, per a survey from Betfair and YouGov. Surprisingly, given their recent ownership news, Manchester United fans are the most keen of the big seven, with 33% keen on their ownership. Tottenham fans are in second, with 32%.

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The poll also reveals that 53% of fans are happy with their club's ownership at present. Of the big seven, Newcastle are most satisfied, with 74%. The least satisfied fans in the league are those of Everton (52%), United (42%), and Chelsea (34%).

DID YOU KNOW?

Wrexham have achieved back-to-back promotions from non-league up to League One. The club now sit just two more promotions away from the Premier League, which is said to be their long-term ambition.

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Wrexham lost to Sheffield United in a spiky cup tie earlier this week. This weekend, they play Bolton, and will aim to bounce back.