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Two-time promotion winner with Wrexham signs for Crewe Alexandra

Former Wrexham midfielder James Jones has got a new club and is back where it all began.

By Richard Williams · The Leader

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 11:57 AM

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Former Wrexham midfielder James Jones has signed a short-term contract with League Two side Crewe Alexandra.
Jones joins the Railwaymen on a deal lasting until January as a free agent.
The 30-year-old previously achieved back-to-back promotions while playing for Wrexham.

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Former Wrexham midfielder James Jones has signed a short-term deal with League Two side Crewe Alexandra until January. The 30-year-old had been a free agent after being released by Burton Albion at the end of last season and had recently been training with manager Lee Bell's squad.

Jones originally came through the Crewe academy, making 185 appearances before joining Lincoln City in 2020. He later moved to Wrexham in August 2021, helping the club earn back-to-back promotions from the National League to League One.

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Two-time promotion winner with Wrexham signs for Crewe Alexandra

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