Crystal Palace right-back Danny Imray is closing in on a permanent transfer to Championship side Wrexham, according to the latest report from Daily Telegraph journalist Mike McGrath.
The 23-year-old full-back is on the verge of completing a move worth around £5 million as the Hollywood-owned North Wales club continues to assemble a squad capable of mounting an ambitious push toward Premier League promotion.
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Crystal Palace star to be left out of pre-season squad as exit looms
In a clear sign that negotiations are entering their final stages, Crystal Palace are expected to omit Imray from their traveling squad for the upcoming pre-season Como Cup tournament in Italy.
Reporting the breakthrough on X, Mike McGrath confirmed the imminent departure:
“Crystal Palace expected to leave Danny Imray out of squad for the pre-season Como Cup in Italy 🇮🇹 The 23yo closing in on move to Wrexham as they mount Championship promotion bid. Deal worth around 5m for full-back after successful loans.”
Crystal Palace expected to leave Danny Imray out of squad for the pre-season Como Cup in Italy ?? The 23yo closing in on move to Wrexham as they mount Championship promotion bid. Deal worth around 5m for full-back after successful loans #wba #utmp #cpfc
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— Mike McGrath (@mcgrathmike) July 27, 2026
With talks progressing rapidly between both clubs, Palace have taken the precautionary measure to keep the defender out of match action to avoid any risk of injury ahead of his medical test and contract finalizing at the Racecourse Ground
Danny Imray’s time at Palace
Imray’s journey at Selhurst Park has been defined by steady progress and impressive development.
Joining Crystal Palace’s academy setup from Chelmsford City in 2021, the dynamic wing-back quickly earned a reputation for his rapid pace, physical stamina, and attacking output…
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