Sheffield Wednesday

Danny Röhl wants Sheffield Wednesday transfer business in the next few days

05/08/2024 Raymond 0

Sheffield Wednesday’s transfer window has been bustling, with 10 new signings already secured. Manager Danny Röhl is pleased with the progress but is eager to add more players before the season opener against Plymouth Argyle, which is less than a week away. Röhl has commended the club’s summer transfer activities, yet emphasizes the importance of completing additional deals before the campaign kicks off at Hillsborough next Sunday.

Ike Ugbo remains a top target for Wednesday supporters, with the club working diligently to secure his transfer from French club Troyes. The Star reported last week that Sunderland is also vying for Ugbo’s signature, adding competition as the season’s start approaches. Röhl anticipates a “photo finish” in the Ugbo pursuit but hopes to bring in new players before the Argyle match. He stated, “The key point is that next week is the first matchday. We can wait until the end of August, but we might miss opportunities. We need to be quicker and faster than other teams.”

Sad news as former Sheffield Wednesday man is forced to retire at just 31

04/08/2024 Raymond 0

Caolan Lavery, a former striker for Sheffield Wednesday, has announced his retirement from football at the age of 31. Lavery joined the Owls’ academy in 2012 and first experienced regular first-team action during the 2013/14 season, scoring four goals in 18 Championship games. Despite spending loan periods at several clubs, he struggled to firmly establish himself at Hillsborough. In 2016, he made a notable move to Sheffield United after declining a new contract with Wednesday. Recently, following medical advice due to a knee injury sustained in February 2023, Lavery decided to retire. He expressed gratitude on social media, acknowledging the support he received throughout his career. Lavery made 39 appearances for Sheffield Wednesday, scoring six goals, including a memorable brace in a 6-0 victory over Leeds United in 2014.

Spanish club praise Sheffield Wednesday’s ‘wonderful facilities’ after borrowing Middlewood Road

03/08/2024 Raymond 0

On Friday, the Spanish LaLiga team Leganes utilized Sheffield Wednesday’s Middlewood Road training ground. This visit marks the club’s first-ever trip to the United Kingdom, culminating in a match against Sheffield Wednesday. Known as Los Pepineros, Leganes had been training in Burnley prior to this and played a friendly against the Clarets last week, which ended in a 0-0 draw. They hope for a better outcome at Hillsborough, although Danny Röhl and his team aim to spoil their visit. Despite not having much success in their preseason games, with a loss to AD Alcorcón and draws against Burnley and OGC Nice, Leganes are eager to secure a victory in South Yorkshire as they gear up for their first season back in the top flight.

Sheffield Wednesday first-team man who’s held in high regards must push for summer move

02/08/2024 Raymond 0

Being the second-choice goalkeeper for a Championship team is a notable achievement for a young player like Pierce Charles. However, this role won’t provide the experience he needs. At his age and with his potential, Charles would benefit more from being the first-choice goalkeeper at another club, ideally in League One or Two. The possibility of not going out on loan due to Ben Hamer’s injury could be frustrating, and Rohl must carefully consider the situation. Bringing in another goalkeeper on a free transfer to fill the No. 2 spot temporarily might be necessary. Prioritizing the development of young talents is crucial for Sheffield Wednesday, and a successful loan move could help Charles become a more valuable asset for the club in the future.

Wayne Rooney has ‘an idea’ about who will face Sheffield Wednesday for Plymouth Argyle

31/07/2024 Raymond 0

Plymouth Argyle manager Wayne Rooney isn’t entirely certain of the starting eleven that will face Sheffield Wednesday, but he does have a general idea of how the team will shape up. The Owls will meet the Pilgrims on August 11th at Hillsborough, marking the ninth encounter between the teams since early 2021. This matchup has become a familiar battle in recent years.

However, the upcoming clash will feature changes, with Wayne Rooney now leading Plymouth and Danny Röhl having conducted a summer rebuild at Sheffield Wednesday. This means the teams will look quite different compared to their last encounter in March, when the Owls secured a 1-0 victory at Hillsborough. For Rooney, this game will be his first official match as Plymouth’s manager following his appointment in May. He emphasizes the importance of players proving themselves in training sessions to earn a spot in the lineup.

Goalkeeper could leave Sheffield Wednesday this summer – but no decision made yet

24/07/2024 Raymond 0

Pierce Charles, the promising 19-year-old goalkeeper for Sheffield Wednesday, may be heading out on loan this summer, though the final decision is yet to be made. Despite his impressive performances for Northern Ireland in the U19 European Championship, Charles is unlikely to see much playing time for his club this season, with James Beadle and Ben Hamer ahead of him in the pecking order. An injury to Hamer, however, has created an unexpected opportunity, and the club has brought George Shelvey in on trial. Sheffield Wednesday’s manager, Danny Röhl, is considering the best path forward for Charles, emphasizing the importance of his development and the possibility of a loan move.

Uncertainty over Sheffield Wednesday transfer target as training picture emerges

23/07/2024 Raymond 0

Uncertainty surrounds the future of a key summer transfer target for Sheffield Wednesday. As the Owls prepare for the 2024/25 Championship season, they have paused transfer activities to focus on a pre-season friendly against Werder Bremen. Despite a recent 4-0 defeat to Red Bull Salzburg, anticipation remains high for the team’s performance.

Sheffield Wednesday aims to bolster their squad, pushing to re-sign Ike Ugbo from Troyes and submitting a bid for Karamoko Dembele from Brest. Dembele’s future remains uncertain, as he has been told he can leave Brest despite a strong loan spell with Blackpool and a contract until 2026. Amidst multiple bids and ongoing speculation, Dembele’s latest social media post suggests Brest may want to reassess his role, possibly delaying any move to Sheffield Wednesday until later in the transfer window.

Danny Röhl pushing for Jürgen Klopp ‘Heavy Metal’ excitement at Sheffield Wednesday

23/07/2024 Raymond 0

Sheffield Wednesday manager Danny Röhl is drawing inspiration from Europe’s elite, aiming to incorporate the dynamic styles of Jürgen Klopp’s Liverpool and Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City into his team’s play. Following a remarkable turnaround that secured the Owls’ safety last season, Röhl is utilizing a full pre-season and an active transfer window to implement exciting new ideas and philosophies. During their second summer training camp in Germany, the team’s commitment to a progressive passing style was evident in a friendly against Red Bull Salzburg. Röhl highlighted the importance of experimenting and gaining experience during pre-season, emphasizing their focus on fast and effective transitions. He humorously described their approach as “Heavy Metal” football with a blend of ball possession tactics, underscoring the need to adapt to players’ strengths and maintain an attacking mindset both in pressing and possession.

“Would pay 7 figures” – Bolton Wanderers urged to splash the cash for Derby, Portsmouth & Sheff Wed target

18/07/2024 Raymond 0

Bolton Wanderers are being encouraged to pursue the ambitious signing of Brest attacking midfielder Karamoko Dembele, who is also attracting interest from Championship clubs Derby County, Portsmouth, and Sheffield Wednesday. Dembele gained worldwide attention at the age of 13 when he appeared for Celtic’s under-20 side and seemed destined for a bright future at Parkhead. However, he made just one senior appearance in Glasgow before moving to Brest two years ago.

Despite struggling for regular playing time at Brest, managing only 164 minutes in Ligue 1 during the 2022/23 season, Dembele thrived during a loan spell with League One side Blackpool last season. There, he scored eight goals and provided 13 assists, significantly contributing to the team, although Blackpool narrowly missed out on a top-six finish by just two points.

According to a recent report by Darren Witcoop via X, Brest is looking to offload Dembele this summer, which has led to interest from Derby County, Portsmouth, and Sheffield Wednesday. Witcoop’s report also mentions Bolton Wanderers, with the Bolton News revealing that the Trotters have initiated contact to sign Dembele on a permanent basis as they prepare for a promotion bid in the upcoming season.