But after the departures of a whole host of big names since the end of the last campaign and the additions of David Stockdale, Ben Heneghan and Will Vaulks, the squad is already beginning to take on a new look.
Wednesday will be hoping to continue their progress in the transfer market over the coming weeks of course but the movement begs the question; if the season kicked off right here, right now, what is Wednesday’s best side and would it be able to challenge?
It remains to be seen if Owls boss Darren Moore is considering a switch-up in terms of system or formation heading into the new campiagn.
Here’s how Wednesday could line up in the 3-5-2 variation he favoured for much of 2021/22.
It remains to be seen if Owls boss Darren Moore is considering a switch-up in terms of system or formation heading into the new campiagn.
5. LCB - Liam Palmer
A Moore favourite who was a picture of consistency last season, Palmer's natural versatility will no doubt play a big part again this season. As things stand it could be that he slots in on the left of the back three as he did at stages last time out. Photo: Steve Ellis
Newly signed on this season ready for another tilt at promotion, Hunt will be keen to add to his eight goal contributions since arriving back at S6 ahead of last time out. Fit and dependable, the former Bristol City man looks set to play a big role once again. Photo: Jacques Feeney
His signing feels like a big one. With Massimo Luongo now expected to move on, Vaulks' addition is a statement of intent by Wednesday and adds a bit of everything to their midfield. A dynamic signing, Vaulks arrives with international caps and a strong reputation. Photo: Tom Dulat
A tidy, well-rounded midfielder that came into his own in the second half of last season, former Swansea man Byers will be hoping to kick on again in 2022/23. He added goals to his game last time out, claiming seven, and though he's so often a man for the 'hockey assist', he'll be wanting to up his assist tally from two. Photo: Steve Ellis