Shrewsbury Town Miss Out on Summer Target Iwan Morgan
Shrewsbury Town boss Gavin Cowan has confirmed that the club has missed out on signing Iwan Morgan, who has joined League Two rivals Grimsby Town on a permanent deal. The 20-year-old Wales youth international has signed a three-year contract with the Mariners.
Morgan completed a permanent move to Grimsby Town on Friday, after Shrewsbury Town spent much of the summer pursuing a deal to bring him back to the Croud Meadow on loan. The move comes after Morgan's successful spell at Shrewsbury Town during the second half of last season, where he became a firm fans' favourite.
Why It Matters for Shrewsbury
The loss of Morgan is a significant blow to Shrewsbury Town, who had hoped to re-sign the forward and hold discussions with Brentford over a deal that would have seen him return to the Croud Meadow on loan. Instead, he has joined Grimsby on a permanent deal and is under contract until the summer of 2029.
Shrewsbury Town will now look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season, with their next fixture being against Oldham (away, 2027-02-27) (8th in the table). The club will be hoping to make a strong start to the season and build on their previous successes.
Iwan Morgan's Move to Grimsby Town
Morgan scored three goals as he helped Shrewsbury Town preserve their League Two status last season. He has now signed a permanent deal with Grimsby Town, who are under new management after the departure of Neil Featherstone. The move is a significant coup for the Mariners, who will be hoping to challenge for promotion this season.
Gavin Cowan's Reaction
Shrewsbury Town boss Gavin Cowan has spoken out about the club's failure to sign Morgan, saying that he had worked tirelessly to try and bring the forward back to the Croud Meadow. Cowan explained that he had held numerous conversations with Brentford, who had been incredible for communicating. He also praised Morgan and his agent, saying that they had been an absolute pleasure to talk to and discuss.
Conclusion
The loss of Iwan Morgan is a significant blow to Shrewsbury Town, who will now look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The club will be hoping to make a strong start to the season and build on their previous successes.
