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Sheffield Wednesday have taken the first steps toward their 2025/26 rebuild by releasing their retained list, with seven senior players departing and key figures like Barry Bannan and Josh Windass staying on. However, uncertainty over ownership and the managerial future casts a shadow over the club’s plans. Former player Chris Waddle highlights a critical issue: the lack of a strong scouting system means Wednesday will likely rely heavily on free transfers, but swift action is needed before quality players slip away. Waddle also questions whether the current ownership situation will allow the club to invest and progress, stressing the need for decisive moves to shape the team’s future.
With James Beadle unlikely to return to Hillsborough for a third loan spell, Sheffield Wednesday appear ready to put their faith in homegrown goalkeeper Pierce Charles. The 20-year-old impressed during the final stretch of the 2024/25 season, earning praise not just for his shot-stopping, but also for his calm distribution—a trait refined during his early days at Manchester City. Having already made his senior debut for Northern Ireland, Charles is emerging as a bright prospect, and many within the club see him as a potential long-term solution between the posts. However, fan pundit Patrick McKenna urges caution: “He’s a real asset, but we need to develop him properly. He will make mistakes—we have to support him through those moments if we want him to thrive.”
Sheffield Wednesday have exercised options in the contracts of Jarvis Thornton and Reece Johnson, ensuring both will remain with the club for the 2025/26 season. Thornton, who has captained the Owls’ U21 side this year, and Johnson, a regular presence at full-back, have become key players under Andy Holdsworth. Their extensions signal the club’s commitment to building around their talent as they prepare for a new era within the U21s.
With several players, including Joey Phuthi, Sam Reed, and Jay Buchan, set to leave once their contracts expire, the club is poised for a fresh look in the upcoming campaign. Younger talents like Ernie Weaver are expected to step up from the U18s, while trialists are being considered to fill remaining gaps. Despite the changes, Thornton and Johnson are determined to make their mark, with plenty of potential still ahead of them.
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