WREXHAM have signed Burnley’s Jay Rodriguez as they target a third-successive promotion.
The 35-year-old former England striker has penned an 18-month deal with the League One side.
Rodriguez has spent more than a decade with the Clarets over two spells.
He grew up in the town and has netted 76 goals since making his debut in 2007.
Wrexham have brought the striker to North Wales as they look to continue their push for Championship football.
Rodriguez told the club’s website: “I’m made up to join the Club. I can’t wait to get out on the training pitch and meet everyone.
“I hope I can use my experience to help every single player in the squad and gain something from the group as well.
“To join the story that has evolved at Wrexham with clear targets is exciting for me.”
Rodriguez arrives at Wrexham with vast experiences having played over 550 career games.
He won his sole England cap against Chile in 2013.
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Wrexham boss Phil Parkison added: “I’m delighted to welcome Jay Rodriguez to the Club.
“He’s an experienced striker with real quality and we’re looking forward to working with him.”
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The forward netted for West Brom at Old Trafford, sealing a 1-0 win for the Baggies and making Man City champions.
Wrexham are currently third in League One, six points behind Wycombe in the automatic promotions spots.
They have won back-to-back promotions, with Hollywood duo Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds bankrolling the club’s rise back up the leagues.