Okonkwo 'good news' as Wrexham keeper escapes surgery

Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo will not require surgery for a broken wrist, manager Phil Parkinson has confirmed.

Okonkwo, 23, suffered the injury in Wrexham’s 1-0 win over Mansfield Town on 9 November.

Up until then the former Arsenal youngster had been an ever-present between the posts for Wrexham in League One this season.

"The good news with the fracture is he doesn’t need an operation," Parkinson told BBC Sport Wales.

"Hopefully it’s just going to be the six weeks which is the minimum we thought it would be.

"While he’s out the other lads are enjoying their moment."

Callum Burton, a summer signing from Plymouth Argyle, played in goal in Saturday’s 1-0 loss at Stockport County.

Wrexham also have veteran Mark Howard and youngster Liam Hall on their books, while Luke McNicholas is on a season-long loan at Rochdale.

"The keeper department is strong," Parkinson added.

"You’re always one moment away from getting your opportunity.

"Callum, Mark Howard and young Liam have worked really hard. Every single day they’re right at it and are a great example.

"Callum’s played at this level before for Plymouth and he knows the division - he’s an experienced goalkeeper and so is Mark.

"Luke, who unfortunately is injured, but has done really well on loan at Rochdale."