The Owls travel to Cardiff City on the opening weekend of the season, before matches against the likes of Bristol City and Watford follow soon after. Meanwhile, Wednesday continue to pursue key transfer targets in a highly-competitive market. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
5. Villa strong favourites to land Watkins
Following Ivan Toney's switch from Peterborough United to Brentford, Aston Villa have become huge favourites to complete a move for Ollie Watkins, now the Bees have their replacement in the bag. (Oddschecker) Photo: Alex Pantling
6. Fresh twist in Derby transfer saga
Contrary to reports in Poland, Derby County are not believed to be on the verge of signing Lech Poznan winger Kamil Jozwiak. The player has also been linked with Southampton and Werder Bremen. (Derby Telegraph) Photo: Laurence Griffiths
7. Ex-Lilywhite tipped for Championship return
Ex-Preston North End winger Daryl Horgan looks set for a return to the Championship, as new boys Wycombe Wanderers are understood to be closing in on the Hibs man. (Daily Record) Photo: Mark Runnacles
8. Forest 'not interested' in linked midfielder
Despite recent reports claiming Nottingham Forest are closing in on a move for Benfica midfielder David Tavares, local media close to the club have claimed they have no interest in signing the Portuguese ace. (BBC Sport) Photo: Octavio Passos