Meanwhile, Garry Monk was thrilled to secure Crystal Palace's Connor Wickham on loan, and will be hopeful he can make the difference in the Owls' push for promotion. Here's all the latest news and gossip from the Championship...
5. Owls fought off fierce competition for new signing
Sheffield Wednesday reportedly beat Brentford and a host of German sides to the loan capture of Alessio Da Cruz in the January transfer window. The Dutchman made his debut for the Owls in their draw with Millwall last weekend. (The Athletic). (Photo by Giuseppe Bellini/Getty Images) Photo: Giuseppe Bellini
6. Palace ready summer swoop for Eze
Crystal Palace are said to be keeping a close eye on Queens Park Rangers sensation Eberechi Eze, and could look to launch a move for the England U21 international this summer. (The Sun). (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) Photo: Laurence Griffiths
7. Blades turned down late offer for summer signing
Sheffield United midfielder Luke Freeman was said to be the subject of a late deadline day loan bid from Rangers, but the Blades rejected the offer. (Sheffield Star). (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) Photo: Justin Setterfield
8. Pundit backs Whites for promotion
Former Republic of Ireland star Tony Cascarino has claimed that Leeds United "belong in the Premier League", and suggested the club's sizeable fan base would be an asset to the competition. (Birmingham Mail). (Photo: Shaun Botterill/ALLSPORT/Getty) Photo: Shaun Botterill