Lewis Brunt Transfers to Bolton Wanderers on Permanent Deal
Wrexham defender Lewis Brunt has completed a permanent transfer to Bolton Wanderers for an undisclosed fee, signing a four-year contract. The 25-year-old joins Bolton ahead of their Championship return.
Key takeaways
- Lewis Brunt has transferred permanently from Wrexham to Bolton Wanderers on a four-year contract.
- The 25-year-old defender has prior experience with promotions from League One and League Two.
- Brunt's career also includes spells at Aston Villa, Leicester City, and Mansfield Town.
What Happened
Bolton Wanderers have signed defender Lewis Brunt on a permanent deal from Wrexham. The 25-year-old player has agreed to a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee.
Background
Brunt began his career in Aston Villa's youth system and made two Premier League appearances for Leicester City before joining Wrexham in July 2024. During his time with Wrexham, he achieved promotion from League One in 2025. He also experienced a promotion from League Two with Mansfield Town on loan in the season prior.
The defender made 41 appearances for Wrexham across two seasons, scoring once. He was part of the squad that achieved promotion from League One in 2025 and also contributed to Wrexham's promotion from League Two in 2024 while on loan at Mansfield. Brunt also recovered from an injury sustained in October.
Bolton manager Steven Schumacher sees Brunt as a valuable addition to strengthen the team's defensive options. Brunt himself expressed excitement about the size and potential of Bolton Wanderers, aiming to continue playing in the Championship and showcase his abilities.
Key Facts
- Lewis Brunt, a 25-year-old central defender, has signed permanently for Bolton Wanderers.
- The transfer fee was undisclosed, and Brunt has signed a four-year contract.
- Brunt previously played for Wrexham, where he achieved promotion from League One in 2025.
- He also had a loan spell at Mansfield Town, winning promotion from League Two in the preceding season.
- Brunt's career includes youth development at Aston Villa and two Premier League appearances for Leicester City.
- Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson wished Brunt well, stating he had been great for the club.
- Brunt is Bolton's eighth summer signing.
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