New Wrexham goalkeeper Dawid Szczepaniak feels he is in the perfect place to develop his game after signing a one-year deal with the Dragons.
Manager Bryan Hughes has moved to add extra cover for the goalkeeping berth as the new National League season edges nearer.
The manager has previously described last term’s player of the season Rob Lainton as “touch and go” to be ready for the new campaign as the goalkeeper continues his recovery from an ankle injury, leaving Hughes with just Christian Dibble available.
Szczepaniak, who has spent the entire summer on trial at the Racecourse , has impressed Hughes during that time, and will give the Dragons a “bit more security in the goalkeeping department”.
“Dawid’s come in on trial and he’s done well,” said Hughes. “He’s a good age and a good size and he’s had a bit of experience with Morecambe last season.
“He’s someone that we can develop, potentially send on loan to get game time and also give us a bit more security in the goalkeeping department.
“He’s keen, he’s eager. One of the biggest things is he lives locally as well - that’s a big plus. I was aware of him last season and I’m delighted to have him on board.”
Szczepaniak, 19, has spent the summer training with the first-team and featured in several pre-season friendlies.
Born in Poland, Szczepaniak moved to Wrexham aged 15 and lives locally, but spent last season with Morecambe in League Two.
The goalkeeper has also previously trained with Wrexham and played with Airbus UK Broughton , and will wear the number 31 jersey.
“I’m very happy that I have signed a contract because I know I can better myself here and I can’t wait,” said Szczepaniak.
“I know I can improve with Michael Oakes, Rob Lainton and Christian Dibble, if I’m going to train with them every day and watch them.
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“I’m so happy I’m here at Wrexham. I gained confidence playing every week in pre-season. I am more confident now, that’s the main thing.”
