Monk has made an encouraging start to his career as a coach, and will be looking to reignite the Owls season and push towards promotion. Here's the clubs who he's had the most success against in his career so far...
5. Sheffield United - Played 4. Won 2. Drawn 2.
Best result: Birmingham City 2-1 Sheffield United (2018). This proved to be a huge win for Monk's Blues, who in effect avoided relegation from the Championship by defeating the Blades at St Andrews. (Photo by Tony Marshall/Getty Images) Photo: Tony Marshall
6. Ipswich Town - Played 6. Won 3. Drawn 3.
Best result: Middlesbrough 2-0 Ipswich Town (2017). On paper, it's not a particularly impressive result, but it was a vital win for Boro, who were on a poor run in the build-up to the match. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images) Photo: Nathan Stirk
7. Aston Villa - Played 10. Won 6. Drawn 2. Lost 2.
Best result: Swansea City 4-1 Aston Villa. (2014). Monk's side were at their attacking best on this occasion, and dismantled their opposition with some quality forward play. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images) Photo: Jan Kruger