Reinforcement of Wrexham's Offensive Line: New Recruitment of Kieffer Moore
Wrexham AFC has made a significant move in the transfer market, signing Welsh international striker Kieffer Moore on a three-year contract from Sheffield United[2][3][1]. Moore's arrival at the Racecourse Ground marks the eighth signing for the club this summer as they prepare for their first season in the EFL Championship since 1982.
The transfer fee for Moore's move to Wrexham is estimated at around £2 million[4]. Other new additions to the squad this summer include goalkeeper Danny Ward, forward Ryan Hardie, defender Liberato Cacace, midfielder George Thomason, and forwards Lewis O'Brien and Josh Windass[5].
Moore's career path reflects steady progression from non-league football to the Championship, supplemented by international experience and key contributions to promotion campaigns. He began his career at Torquay United's youth system before moving through the ranks of Paignton Saints, Truro City, and Dorchester Town[1]. In 2013, he made a move to Yeovil Town in League One, and after over 50 appearances, he briefly played for Norwegian club Viking before returning to England with Forest Green Rovers.
A successful loan at his hometown club Torquay United, where he scored 5 goals in 4 games, led to a January 2017 signing with Championship club Ipswich Town[1]. The 2017–18 season saw Moore on loan at Rotherham United, where he scored 13 goals in 20 matches. He was recalled by Ipswich in January 2018 and later signed by Barnsley, also in the Championship[1].
Moore also had stints at Cardiff City and AFC Bournemouth, where notably he scored the goal that secured Bournemouth's promotion to the Premier League in 2022[3]. Eligible for Wales, Italy, and China through ancestry, Moore debuted internationally for Wales in 2019. He was part of Wales' Euro 2020 squad, scoring in the tournament, and contributed to Wales’ qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, their first since 1958[1].
Wrexham's manager, Phil Parkinson, expressed his excitement about Moore's arrival, stating, "Kieffer brings over 60 goals' experience in the Championship and 39 caps for Wales. His international and league pedigree, as well as his leadership qualities, will be a valuable asset to the team."[2][3]
Moore himself expressed his enthusiasm for joining Wrexham, stating, "I'm excited to join Wrexham and help drive the team forward. I want to lead and bring my experience to the team."[2][3]
With Moore's addition, Wrexham now has eight senior strikers, a testament to the club's ambition in their first Championship campaign since 1982. Moore's work ethic is one of his strongest assets, and he is looking forward to working with the team.
The acquisition of Kieffer Moore, a Welsh international striker, by Wrexham AFC for an estimated £2 million coincides with Moore's impressive progression through English football leagues, including non-league and Championship clubs. Moore's experience in European-leagues, evident in his stints at Ipswich Town, Rotherham United, Barnsley, Cardiff City, and AFC Bournemount, will undoubtedly bolster Wrexham's squad as they prepare for their first EFL Championship season since 1982, and his leadership and goal-scoring ability will make him a crucial asset to the Premier League-bound team.
