As a player, he played an important role in perhaps the most iconic Owls sides of all-time, winning the Rumbelows Cup and promotion from the Second Division in 1991 before reaching both domestic cup finals two years later.
He returned as manager in 1998 is hugely difficult circumstances he has admitted were tougher than even he suspected would be the case as the club battled debt, off-field controversy and an ageing squad – leading to relegation from a top tier to which they are yet to return.
There aren’t many who had such close insight at both ends of a fascinating decade for the club.
Across the two spells Wilson worked alongside some of the greatest players in Wednesday’s history. But who makes his ultimate Owls XI? And perhaps more to the point – who misses out?
In conversation with The Star, here’s the side Wilson plumped for..
13. FWD - Chris Waddle
He played at the very highest level at World Cups and so on, he was a magician - a genius. You'd give him the ball and looked after it so well, either giving it back or creating something - and he scored goals. He's up there with the best I ever played with and I'd imagine most players are the same. Chris could do everything, he was so reliable. Very creative no matter where he was on the field. Such a quality player. Photo: Steve Ellis
14. JUST MISSED OUT - Paolo Di Canio / Benito Carbone
Trevor may well have taken his place I'm afraid and it's Paolo that misses out. He was an absolute maverick, a game-changer. He could do anything to win games and the fans loved him - all his tricks and his antics, but I had to pick Trevor and Chrissy Waddle for what they achieved in the game. I spoke to Benito recently and he said himself he's made mistakes at the club. Another fantastic player with immense ability. Photo: .