Manager Danny Röhl has emphasized that Sheffield Wednesday’s recent tally of four new signings is merely the beginning of their ambitious plans. The team reported back to Middlewood Road on Friday for the first time since their impressive survival at Sunderland in early May. They underwent initial testing before fully launching into their pre-season activities next week. Röhl, speaking to the club’s media team, discussed the summer’s progress and stressed the importance of continuing their recruitment efforts. He mentioned a crucial meeting with the chairman in London to discuss the new season and outline the next steps, including friendly games and pre-season camps. Röhl highlighted the challenge of improving the squad following the departure of several players, underscoring the need to keep progressing with their new signings.
Sheffield Wednesday’s pre-season schedule is expected to be minimal, with a friendly against Alfreton Town next weekend and more fixtures to be announced. The team has two training camps planned: one at St George’s Park and another in Germany. Röhl, known for his meticulous planning, aims to build on last season’s work and drive the squad towards his footballing philosophy. He explained that although six weeks may seem lengthy, it’s actually quite limited for the many improvements they need to make in their style of play. Reflecting on past games and performance metrics, Röhl and his team have identified areas for improvement and incorporated these into the pre-season schedule.
Röhl reiterated the importance of maintaining a winning mindset and high-performance culture during pre-season, a crucial period for focused development. He expressed a desire for the team to play bold, entertaining football that would deliver positive results and engage fans. Röhl emphasized the need for the team to exceed last season’s efforts to continue the club’s progression. He made it clear that he demands forward movement from his team, aiming to showcase their capabilities and achieve their goals with intensity and determination.