William Robert Wright (born 12 June 1997) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for EFL League Two club Swindon Town.
Born in Luton, Bedfordshire,[2] Wright played youth football for Luton Town, before playing in non-league football for Biggleswade United and Hitchin Town.[3] He spent time on loan at Bedford Town and Barton Rovers, and went on trial with Norwich City.[4]
He then signed for Colchester United where he failed to make an appearance, before moving to Dagenham & Redbridge, initially on loan.[3][5] He was made club captain in his final season with the club, and made just under 150 appearances in his four seasons at Victoria Road.[6]
He moved to League Two side Gillingham on a free transfer in June 2022.[7][8] He made his debut for the Kent side in a 2–0 away loss to AFC Wimbledon on 30 July 2022.[9]
He signed for Crawley Town on 1 August 2023, for an undisclosed fee.[10] Following promotion at the end of the 2023–24 season, Wright was offered a new contract by Crawley Town.[11]
On 25 June 2024, Wright agreed to join League Two side Swindon Town from 1 July.[12][13]
Wright can play at either right-back or centre-back.[6] He describes himself as possessing a "good range of passing" and "hardworking, composed, I like to think I'm a leader and I like to take care of the ball in possession".[14] He regularly takes on set-ball duties and has become known for his ability to score from free kicks and to deliver dangerous crosses.[15]
Crawley Town
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