The Owls defeated a stubborn Walsall side in the EFL Cup last weekend, and will be looking to get their Championship campaign off to a good start with another win, as they look to overcome their 12-point deduction. For now, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
5. Reading still in Mendes race
Reading look to be moving closer to landing Sporting CP midfielder Pedro Mendes, with reports from Portugal suggesting that the player looks certain to secure a move to the Championship. (Record) Photo: PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA
6. Brescia join Forest in defender chase
Nottingham Forest look set to face fierce competition to sign Apoel defender Nicholas Ioannou, as Italian side Brescia have entered the race to land the ex-Man Utd prospect. (Tutto Mercato) Photo: -
7. Ex-Preston ace linked with divisional rivals
Former Preston North End defender Greg Cunningham has been tipped to join Bristol City. He has recently recovered from a cruciate ligament injury that scuppered a loan spell with Blackburn last season. (Football Insider) Photo: GEOFF CADDICK
8. Hornet could join Valencia
La Liga side Valencia are said to be homing in on a move for Watford midfielder Etienne Capoue, with reports from Spain suggesting the Frenchman is their primary transfer target. (Sport Witness) Photo: Richard Heathcote