Following a dramatic turnaround in fortunes coinciding with the appointment of manager Danny Rohl, there is considerable optimism for Sheffield Wednesday ahead of the upcoming season.
Once seemingly doomed, the Owls managed a remarkable escape by going unbeaten in their final eight games and winning their last three, finishing 20th in the Championship. A pivotal win on the final day ensured their survival by just three points. With Rohl extending his tenure last week by signing a three-year contract, there is plenty for Owls fans to be excited about. The club has transitioned from facing potential relegation to League One to becoming an ambitious project under Rohl’s leadership.
The way they concluded the 2023/24 season highlights their positive trajectory, which could attract many players this season. Improvements are still needed, and the club is actively seeking to strengthen its squad to show faith in their manager. Recently, they have been linked with young and promising striker Mika Biereth from Arsenal, further showcasing their ambition.
Biereth, valued at £6 million by Transfermarkt, spent the second half of the season on loan with Sturm Graz, impressing with nine goals and four assists in 22 appearances. His performance has garnered significant attention.
Sheffield Wednesday is among those interested in the Austrian striker, but they now face a challenging task in securing his services. According to The Standard, Sturm Graz wants to sign Biereth permanently and will hold talks this week.
This is an appealing offer for Biereth, who would play Champions League football with Sturm Graz. With one year left on his Arsenal contract, he might be allowed to leave this summer. While Wednesday still has a chance to sign him, they could be priced out of a move.
Rohl’s plans for the summer transfer window remain unclear, but it’s unlikely he would spend the majority of the budget on one player, which means they might miss out on Biereth.