On a more positive note, the Owls head into their home match against Millwall this weekend just four points off the play-off spots, in a division where the league positions can switch in the blink of an eye. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship...
9. Black Cats after Wales international
Sunderland are hopeful of snapping up Swansea City defender Declan John, who is yet to play a league game for his club so far this season. The left-back has been capped seven times by Wales. (Chronicle). (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images) Photo: Dan Istitene