Wrexham have confirmed midfielder Elliot Lee has been taken to hospital following a car crash after their match against Bolton on Tuesday night.
‘Wrexham AFC can confirm that last night, after the Vertu Trophy match against Bolton Wanderers, a first-team player (Elliot Lee) was involved in a road traffic incident when returning home,’ a statement read.
‘The incident involved one other car and resulted in the drivers of both cars being taken to hospital. Emergency services were quickly on the scene and the Club would like to thank them for their prompt response and action.
‘The player suffered no major injuries, while the driver of the other vehicle is being treated for their injuries.
‘The Club will be making no further comment at this stage.’
Lee had featured in Wrexham’s 1-0 victory over Bolton in the Vertu Trophy on Tuesday night.
Elliot Lee, right, was involved in a car crash following Wrexham’s match with Bolton on Tuesday
Lee has been a vital part of the Wrexham’s side since signing for the Welsh side in 2022
The midfielder, pictured with the National League trophy, has been part of back-to-back promotion winning teams
The midfielder had played 63 minutes of the tie before being brought off for substitute Ollie Rathbone.
Lee, the son of former Premier League midfielder Rob, has been key player for Wrexham since joining the club in 2022.
The 30-year-old has been part of their back-to-back promotion winning teams, which has seen the club rise from the National League to League One.
Lee has played 134 matches for the Welsh side, which is backed by the Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, scoring 38 goals.
The midfielder has made 31 appearances in all competitions this season, scoring eight goals and providing four assists.
Wrexham are currently pursuing a third consecutive promotion with Phil Parkinson’s side third in League One.
The Red Dragons are four points adrift of second placed Wycombe, who occupy the second automatic promotion spot.
Wrexham earned a 1-0 victory over Bolton on Tuesday night at the Racecourse Ground, with Andy Cannon’s goal earning them a place in the EFL Trophy semi-finals.
They will host Peterborough United in the last four on February 24.
