Ronnie Edwards signs: How Sheffield Wednesday’s dream 2025 January transfer window may look…

Sheffield Wednesday is aiming for a stronger Championship season this year, following their dramatic last-minute victory over Coventry City.

Last season, the Owls narrowly avoided relegation after a stunning turnaround led by Danny Rohl, and there is a sense of optimism that they can make further progress this time around.

The season began with challenges, as Wednesday lost three of their first four league matches. However, their form has improved considerably since then, and they went into the October international break with a three-game unbeaten streak, including a 2-1 win over the Sky Blues.

Currently positioned 15th in the league, Sheffield Wednesday is just five points away from the play-off spots. While their primary goal is stability this season, Rohl will be eager for his team to maintain their positive momentum when play resumes next weekend.

Sheffield Wednesday had a hectic summer, bringing in 11 new signings, but the focus may already be shifting to the January transfer window. With that in mind, we explored a few ideal scenarios that Danny Rohl might be hoping to see unfold in the New Year.

Ronnie Edwards signs on loan

Sheffield Wednesday has conceded 15 league goals so far this season, ranking them with the joint-fourth highest total in the Championship, which could prompt Danny Rohl to prioritize defensive reinforcements in January.

The Owls currently have Dominic Iorfa, Di’Shon Bernard, Michael Ihiekwe, and Akin Famewo as options in their defensive lineup, with Yan Valery and Liam Palmer also capable of playing at center-back. However, injuries have impacted all six players at various points this season, underscoring the need for additional depth at the heart of the defense.

One potential target for Wednesday could be Southampton’s Ronnie Edwards. After a £3 million transfer from Peterborough United this summer, Edwards has struggled to make an impact at St. Mary’s and is yet to feature in a Premier League matchday squad for the Saints, despite their defensive challenges.

At this stage in his career, Edwards would likely prefer regular playing time rather than sitting on the sidelines, making a loan move a potential option in January. With his ability as a ball-playing center-back, he could be an ideal addition to Rohl’s squad at Hillsborough.

Ali Al-Hamadi signs from Ipswich Town

Sheffield Wednesday has managed to score 11 league goals so far this season, and while Danny Rohl will be pleased with the contributions coming from various players, the lack of output from the strikers remains a concern.

Ike Ugbo, Michael Smith, Jamal Lowe, and Charlie McNeill have all struggled to find the net consistently in the early stages of the campaign. As a result, Rohl will likely aim to strengthen his attacking options in the January transfer window, with Ipswich Town striker Ali Al-Hamadi emerging as a potential target.

After a successful stint with AFC Wimbledon in League Two, Al-Hamadi moved to Portman Road in January. Although he wasn’t a regular starter, he played a key role in Ipswich’s back-to-back promotions, scoring four goals and adding an assist in 14 appearances during the latter half of last season.

This season, Al-Hamadi appeared as a substitute in Ipswich’s first three Premier League matches, but since George Hirst’s return from injury, he has been left out of the squad for the last four games, casting doubt on his long-term role at the club.

Several Championship clubs reportedly showed interest in taking Al-Hamadi on loan during the summer, and similar interest is likely to arise in January. However, Sheffield Wednesday should push to secure his services, as he could be the consistent goal scorer they currently lack.

Callum Paterson departs

If Sheffield Wednesday are looking to strengthen their squad in January, they may need to offload some players to generate funds, with Callum Paterson being a potential candidate for a departure.

Paterson joined the Owls from Cardiff City in September 2020 and has showcased his versatility over the past four years, filling roles at right-back, center-back, central midfield, on the wings, and as a forward.

After recovering from an injury late last season, Paterson was instrumental in helping Wednesday secure their Championship survival, leading the club to exercise an option to extend his contract by another year this summer. However, he has surprisingly found himself out of favor during the early part of this season.

Paterson made his first league appearance of the campaign as a late substitute in the recent win over Coventry, hinting that Danny Rohl’s perspective on him might be changing. Despite this, reports indicated that the Scot was available for transfer in the summer if a suitable offer came in, and as things stand, a January exit seems likely.

Shea Charles remains at Sheffield Wednesday and isn’t recalled by Southampton

Sheffield Wednesday secured midfielder Shea Charles on a season-long loan from Southampton this summer, and he has quickly become a fan favorite at Hillsborough.

Charles has been a key player for the Owls, starting all six of his league appearances since his arrival and scoring a dramatic 93rd-minute winner in their victory over Coventry. The 20-year-old has demonstrated his quality at the Championship level, which aligns with the pedigree he brought when joining Southampton from Manchester City in a £15 million deal last summer.

However, Wednesday manager Danny Rohl recently raised concerns that Charles could be recalled by Southampton in January. Rohl expressed his hopes in an interview with *The Star*, saying, “Hopefully we can keep him the whole season—you never know what happens if he performs in this direction. For me, he is a great player, and you see what it means when you bring quality players in. This is the difference in this league.”

The possibility of a recall is a worrying thought for Wednesday, especially if Southampton’s situation in the Premier League leads to the departure of head coach Russell Martin, which could change the club’s plans for their loaned players. Rohl will be eager to keep the Northern Ireland international at Hillsborough for the full season, recognizing the significant impact he’s had on the squad.

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