Wrexham face a crucial Championship test against Stoke City this Saturday, but manager Phil Parkinson has some significant lineup decisions to make due to a growing injury list. The club will be sweating on the fitness of attacker Nathan Broadhead, who is considered a game-time decision after reporting a tight hamstring following his substitute appearance in last weekend's 2-0 loss to Birmingham City.

Defender Zak Vyner, however, has been definitively ruled out of the clash with the Potters. Vyner, who missed the trip to St Andrew's entirely, requires a follow-up scan on a groin injury, confirming his absence. "Zak won't make the weekend, 100%," Parkinson stated, highlighting a clear gap in the defensive corps.

There is a brighter note in midfield, where Matty James is building match fitness after a two-month layoff with a toe injury. Having featured in the last two matches, he is in contention to start. His presence will be vital, as fellow midfielder Ben Sheaf continues his recovery from a knee issue and has suffered a minor setback, keeping him off the training pitch.

As the race for playoff positions heats up, managing these injuries will be key for Wrexham's consistency. The potential absence of key players like Broadhead tests the squad's depth, making Saturday's home fixture at Stok Cae Ras a compelling watch for fans wondering how the team will adapt.