In mid-December, Football League World had exclusively revealed that Preston North End, Blackburn Rovers, and Hull City were interested in Ryan Hardie. Bolton Wanderers are now reportedly the leading club in the pursuit of the 28-year-old Scottish forward. The League One club is trying to complete a deal for the out-of-favour Wrexham player before the transfer window ends. Hardie joined Wrexham from Plymouth Argyle in the summer, has scored no goals in 6 Championship appearances, and could leave this month. He joined Wrexham in July 2025 for a fee of approximately €825,000 (£700,000), and his contract is valid until June 2028. His current market value is listed by Transfermarkt as €1.00m.