A historic promotion through the play-offs came before five senior players were confirmed to be released at the end of the month.
It left behind a 13-man senior squad - a number that was bumped up to 14 with the announcement of Callum Paterson’s new contract - with three younger players expected to be given the opportunity to impress and earn a place in the squad in pre-season.
Here’s the squad so far, highlighting the need for sharp work in the recruitment stakes. There are holes to be filled in what looks to be a vital summer transfer window.
Here’s the squad so far, highlighting the need for sharp work in the recruitment stakes. There are holes to be filled in what looks to be a vital summer transfer window.
5. DEF - Liam Palmer
Defender? Wing-back? Midfield maestro? Palmer looks set to continue climbing the all-time appearance ladder at Hillsborough having had an extension clause triggered. A class act coming off a classy season in which he took home many awards. Photo: Richard Heathcote
6. DEF - Akin Famewo
A debut season with the Owls was twice punctured by injury setbacks. In between, he was a rock at the back with plenty of admirable attributes. Still young at just 24, he can become a fan favourite at Wednesday. | Steve Ellis
7. DEF - Ciaran Brennan
A 23-year-old who has made 18 senior appearances for Wednesday, the boyhood Owls fan has been out on loan to big clubs in Notts County and Swindon Town and will hope to bring those experiences back to make a play at the edges of the first team squad. Darren Moore has made clear there will be opportunities to impress. Photo: Steve Ellis
8. MID - Will Vaulks
Made a huge impact on Wednesday’s season and would have had the crowning moment at Wembley were it not for the linesman’s flag. Dropped out of the line-up for the last two matches of the campaign after Palmer’s shift inside but will no doubt be a central figure in the Championship. Photo: Richard Heathcote