Akil Wright

Akil Valentine Wright (born 13 May 1996) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Ross County.

Career
Wright started his senior career at Northern Premier League club Ilkeston before moving to Fleetwood Town for an undisclosed fee.

Over the following 3 years, Wright would be loaned out to non-league teams AFC Fylde, Barrow and Wrexham before signing permanently for Wrexham on 3 January 2018.

On 16 September 2020, Wright signed for York City following his release from Wrexham.

Wright signed for League Two club Stockport County on 17 July 2022, making his debut on 3 September in a 1–0 home win against AFC Wimbledon.

On 8 July 2024, Wright signed for Scottish Premiership side Ross County for an undisclosed fee, joining on a three-year deal.

Honors
Stockport County
 * EFL League Two: 2023–24