Benito Carbone was signed by David Pleat, the then Sheffield Wednesday manager, in 1996. Photo: Steve Ellis.Benito Carbone was signed by David Pleat, the then Sheffield Wednesday manager, in 1996. Photo: Steve Ellis.
Benito Carbone was signed by David Pleat, the then Sheffield Wednesday manager, in 1996. Photo: Steve Ellis.

Di Canio, Thome and Nilsson: Eleven overseas players who have starred for Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday has been home to many players from overseas through the decades – some going onto be huge fan favourites, others being expensive flops and one fiery character who exited S6 after the small matter of an altercation involving a referee. Remember that?

Here we take a look at some of your favourite international stars, suggested by supporters on Twitter and Facebook, who have graced the Hillsborough turf down the years.