With a threadbare squad following numerous departures, the race is on for the Owls to bolster their ranks across the board, and Garry Monk will be eager to build his own side capable of responding to their 12-point deduction. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Leeds linked with Dennis
Leeds are the latest side to be linked with Club Brugge forward Emmanuel Dennis, who scored a stunning brace in his side's 2-2 Champions League draw with Real Madrid earlier in the season. (Sport Witness) Photo: ADRIAN DENNIS
2. Gerrard's cryptic comment on Boro target's future
Rangers boss Steven Gerrard has claimed rumours linking Middlesbrough target Jordan Jones with a move haven't originated from the club, but added that "what will be, will be" (Herald) Photo: Ian MacNicol
3. Blades told to up Cash offer
Nottingham Forest defender Matty Cash is believed to have been subject of a £10m bid from Sheffield United, but the club are holding out for a fee in the region of £15m to sell their star man. (Telegraph) Photo: Laurence Griffiths
4. Tykes miss out on Mandron
Barnsley look to have been dealt a blow in their rumoured pursuit of ex-Sunderland striker Mikael Mandron, who has opted to join Crewe Alexandra in League One. (Club website) Photo: Mike Hewitt