Sheffield Wednesday: July 2008 - news archive

Owls cool on star injury

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday have played down fears over an injury Sean McAllister has picked up and say he will be fit for the big kick-off.

Jeffers closes on return

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday have been boosted by the news Francis Jeffers could return to action against Wigan this weekend.

Laws issues left side challenge

Sheff WedBrian Laws has told his left-sided Owls midfielders that he has not decided who will be his first choice in that position next season.

Laws impressed with strike ace

Sheff WedBrian Laws is hoping for a big season from Leon Clarke after he showed what he can do with a brace against Bury on Saturday.

Owls takeover not a done deal

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday's potential new owner Geoff Sheard has played down talks that he is on the verge of taking over the club.

Start key for Sodje

Sheff WedAkpo Sodje has warned his Sheffield Wednesday team-mates they must start the new Championship season with a bang.

Sodje raring to go

Sheff WedBrian Laws backed Akpo Sodje to become Sheffield Wednesday's "leader" next season after his impressive return to action.

Laws denies transfer talk

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday boss Brian Laws has denied speculation suggesting the club have received offers for Mark Beevers.

Owls receive double striker boost

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday striker Francis Jeffers is expected to make his long-awaited comeback from injury against MK Dons on Tuesday.

Allen wants it sorted

Sheff WedFormer Owls board chairman Dave Allen urges ex-board colleagues and fan group Wednesdayite to 'get on with it.'

Rivals ready to make Beevers bid

Sheff WedWolves are ready to enter the running for Mark Beevers and could offer Sheffield Wednesday £1.75m for his services.

Sheard reacts to Shearer talk

Sheff WedGeoff Sheard has played down talk that Alan Shearer and Kenny Dalglish will manage Wednesday if his consortium takes over the club.

Winger issues Owls pledge

Sheff WedEtienne Esajas has vowed to fight for his future at Sheffield Wednesday and wants to play a key role for the club next season.

Owls boss delivers warning to players

Sheff WedOwls boss Brian Laws has warned his players that he will not tolerate a repeat of last year's troubled pre-season tour of Holland.

Jeffers boost for Owls

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday boss Brian Laws has confirmed striker Francis Jeffers will be fit for the start of the new season.

Owls deny defender bid

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday have denied reports suggesting that Aston Villa have made a move to sign defender Frank Simek.

Owls duo in fitness race

Sheff WedFrankie Simek and Francis Jeffers are to head to the FA's Medical Centre in their attempts to fully recover from ankle injuries.

Owls linked with Latics swoop

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday are being linked with a summer swoop for Wigan goalkeeper Carlo Nash after Stoke pulled out.

Rivals deny defender bid

Sheff WedCoventry have denied reports suggesting they have made a £1million bid for Sheffield Wednesday defender Richard Wood.

Smith determined to shine

Sheff WedNew signing Jimmy Smith is determined to show Chelsea what they have let go when he gets his Sheffield Wednesday career up and running.

Owls seal midfield loan deal

Sheff WedSheffield Wednesday have signed Chelsea midfielder Jimmy Smith on a six-month loan deal, after two previous spells in the Championship.

Goalkeeper completes switch

Sheff WedGoalkeeper Rob Burch is set to resurrect his career with a move to Lincoln City after being freed by Sheffield Wednesday last season.