Sheffield Wednesday's busy transfer window in full as they prepare for promotion push
Sheffield Wednesday’s summer transfer window wrapped up
Sheffield Wednesday were faced with the task of completely rebuilding the squad after the catastrophic events of last season.
Wednesday have made a whopping 17 signings since the start of the window, with a variety of ages and a mix of loan and permanent deals for the newly relegated side.
Under the new ownership led by David Storch, the Owls have brought in quality and experience, under the current circumstances.
Here are all the new (and some returning) faces that have arrived at Hillsborough.
Jordi Liongola, a versatile right-sided player, joins on a three-year deal from Belgian side RAAL La Louviere for an undisclosed fee. The 26-year-old hit nine goal contributions last season from right wing-back.
Attacking midfielder Callum Slattery joins the Owls also on a three-year deal upon the expiry of his contract at Motherwell. The 27-year-old contributed 10 assists for the Scottish club last season.
Ricardo Santos arrives at Hillsborough to bolster central defensive options after the six-foot-six physical defender struggled for playing time at Swansea City - only making one appearance last season. The 31-year-old signs on a 1 year deal with a point to prove.
Sil Swinkels will also be joining the list of centre back options at Pederson’s disposal. The 22-year-old arrives from Villa Park on a three-year deal after being sent out on loan by Aston Villa for the last three seasons.
Young striker Harry Gray, joins on a one-year loan deal from Leeds United. The 17-year-old made 20 appearances for Rotherham last year, netting 3 goals and contributing with 1 assist.
Starlet Louie Barry arrives on a four-year deal from Aston Villa after spending the majority of his career so far on loan. The 23-year-old has already recorded 2 goals and an assist in the league so far this season, after an impressive performance against Bromley last time out.
Barry Bannan returned home to Hillsborough after a brief spell at Millwall. The 36-year-old legend has penned a one-year deal with Sheffield Wednesday and arrives for an undisclosed fee. The legend reunites with the fans after the successful takeover.
Goalkeeper Joe Lumley arrives on a two-year deal from Bristol City on a free transfer. The 31-year-old is expected to be Pederson’s first-choice GK, which will see him land the number one spot for the first time in nearly 4 years. Since his spell at Reading in 2022/23, Lumley has been a backup goalkeeper.
Millwall academy graduate Billy Mitchell arrives on a three-year deal upon the expiry of his contract. The 25-year-old pairs up with Barry Bannan again after a brief spell at The Den together.
Connal Trueman has signed a one year deal with the Owls after his contract with MK Dons had expired. The 30-year-old made seven appearances for the Dons last year, with five of which coming in cup competitions.
Promising attacker Mason Burstow arrives on a one year loan from Hull City. The 23-year-old spent last year with Bolton Wanderers, scoring 12 goals and contributing 6 assists in 53 appearances.
Ashley Maynard-Brewer, 27, arrives on a one-year deal. The goalkeeper has previous League One experience with Charlton Athletic.
Physical midfielder Tyler Onyango has penned a three-year deal after being released by Premier League side Everton. The 23-year-old midfielder stands at 6ft5 and has spent the two previous seasons on loan at Stockport. Sadly out injured, already.
Liverpool teenager Kieran Morrison joins on a one-year loan from Liverpool. The 19-year-old winger netted 14 goals and 4 assists in 20 appearances for L’pool under-21s last season.
Left back Reece James returns to Hillsborough on a one year deal from Rotherham after being released by The Millers. The 32-year-old has won promotion from League One on three occasions.
Ipswich striker Ali Al-Hamadi joins on loan for the season. Al-Hamadi, 24, spent last season with Luton Town, scoring only once in 14 appearances.
Promising midfielder Jaden Heskey arrives on a 1 year loan from Man City after a successful spell at Hillsborough. The 20-year-old joined The Owls in January last season and quickly cemented himself as a starter, regularly playing 90 minutes.
And bar any unlikely issues, Davis Keillor-Dunn should be confirmed as the final signing after a late and somewhat surprising move late on deadline day. The Star had reported interest in the Wrexham forward very early in the summer but it wasn’t until a few hours before deadline that the wheels being to move.