Paul Mullin, the talented soccer player who recently signed with Wrexham, has not only made waves on the pitch but has also found himself in the spotlight of a popular docuseries called “Welcome to Wrexham.” This unexpected turn of events came as a surprise to Mullin, who claims he had no knowledge of the documentary until the moment he was signing his contract.
Key Takeaway
Paul Mullin, the soccer star who recently joined Wrexham, talks about his surprise at discovering the reality show “Welcome to Wrexham” during the contract signing. Despite the unexpected nature of the documentary, Mullin emphasizes that it did not impact his decision to sign with the club. Instead, he chose Wrexham to prioritize being with his autistic son and because of the club’s ambitious aspirations in the sport.
A Surprising Discovery
During an interview on the new Men In Blazers show, “This Week In Wrexham,” Mullin revealed that he was completely unaware of the documentary’s existence until he sat down to sign his contract. As cameras surrounded him, he recalls thinking, “Who’s this?” It was then that he learned about the filming of the documentary.
Contrary to popular belief, Mullin emphasizes that the presence of the documentary had no influence on his decision to join Wrexham. He explains that it was purely coincidental, stating, “It had nothing to do with my decision whatsoever. I didn’t even know it was happening. I just signed the form as I was signing my contract to give them obviously the opportunity to record me.”
Although the unexpected presence of cameras was initially surprising, Mullin expresses that he and his teammates have grown accustomed to being filmed. As professional athletes, they have adapted to the constant presence of cameras, which have become almost unnoticeable.
Choosing Wrexham
When asked why he chose to sign with Wrexham instead of other more prominent clubs, Mullin shares a deeply personal reason. He explains that it was primarily for his son, who is autistic. Mullin desired to be closer to his son, having spent a significant time away from him while playing for Cambridge United. Wrexham, with its ambitious goals and a growing reputation in soccer, provided the perfect opportunity for Mullin to prioritize family while continuing his career.
Wrexham’s Swift Ascent
Since the acquisition of Wrexham by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, the club has experienced remarkable success. In addition to winning the National League championship with a 3-1 victory over Boreham Wood in April, they have been promoted to League 2. Currently, Wrexham holds an impressive fourth position out of 24 clubs, with 9 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses in the current season.
