Ugarte Could Stay at Wrexham

Last updated : 22 June 2005 By Charles

Wrexham boss Denis Smith is still hopeful of keeping last season's top scorer Juan Ugarte in north Wales.

The Basque-hitman is out of contract and has attracted interest from a host of clubs including Crewe, Coventry, Oldham, Barnsley and Cardiff, with Crewe rumoured to be closest to agreeing a deal with Ugarte..

However, the fact that Ugarte has yet to accept an offer from another club gives Smith hope.

"I have spoken to Juan and I believe there is a good chance of him staying, he says we're up there near the top of where he wants to go," Smith said.