Sheffield Wednesday have managed to stabilise their place in the Championship after narrowly avoiding an immediate return to League One last season. Under the guidance of Danny Rohl, the team has achieved a respectable mid-table finish, which now allows them to look ahead with optimism toward the upcoming summer transfer window. However, the club’s off-field situation could present obstacles, particularly due to uncertainty surrounding both Rohl’s and owner Dejphon Chansiri’s futures at the club.
Earlier this week, The Star reported that Chansiri had turned down a purchase offer from a US-based consortium, sparking further unrest among fans. The rejection has intensified calls for Chansiri to sell, with many believing that his departure is crucial for any meaningful progress. Patrick McKenna, a fan pundit for Football League World, has been particularly vocal, stating that Chansiri remains the root of many of the club’s problems. According to McKenna, while there are various issues both on and off the pitch, the top priority must be removing Chansiri as owner if the club is to move forward.
McKenna pointed out that recent protests by fans, which are growing in strength and number, appear to have had an impact, suggesting that Chansiri is beginning to feel the pressure. He noted that the emergence of a purchase offer could signal a turning point and possibly the beginning of the end for Chansiri’s reign. McKenna urged supporters not to ease up, warning that allowing the pressure to fade could result in Chansiri remaining in control and the club’s core problems persisting into the new season.
| Sheffield Wednesday – Points and table finishes under Dejphon Chansiri | ||||
| Season | Points | League finish | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-15 (Championship) | 60 | 13th | ||
| 2015-16 | 74 | 6th (Lost play-off final) | ||
| 2016-17 | 81 | 4th | ||
| 2017-18 | 57 | 15th | ||
| 2018-19 | 64 | 12th | ||
| 2019-20 | 56 | 16th | ||
| 2020-21 | 41 | 24th (R) | ||
| 2021-22 (League One) | 85 | 4th | ||
| 2022-23 | 96 | 3rd (P) | ||
| 2023-24 (Championship) | 53 | 20th | ||
With Sheffield Wednesday currently sitting 12th in the Championship table ahead of their final match against Watford on May 3rd, the situation surrounding Chansiri seems to be reaching a critical juncture. His controversial ownership has long been a source of frustration for fans, but the current wave of discontent may finally force a change. Supporters are hopeful that this could lead to a fresh start for the club — one that includes securing Danny Rohl’s position and addressing long-standing structural issues. Maintaining pressure on Chansiri could ultimately pave the way for new ownership and much-needed progress at Hillsborough.
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