The Owls have enjoyed somewhat of a resurgence since Tony Pulis' dramatic premature exit at the end of last year, winning their last two league games on the trot before a COVID-19-enforced postponement of their league fixtures, and will be looking to push out of the relegation zone in the coming weeks.Meanwhile, in the January transfer window, it's been a fairly subdued month for the Owls thus far, but new recruits Andre Green and Sam Hutchinson will add some much-needed depth to the squad for the second half of the season.In other news, Wednesday starlet Liam Shaw has been linked with a move to Scottish Premiership giants Celtic, after an impressive start to his Owls career.
The Hoops' disastrous 2020/21 campaign has seen them all-but relinquish their stranglehold on the league, with arch-rivals Rangers set to win the competition for the first time in a decade.Here's our round-up of the latest news and transfer chat from the second-tier, including Sheffield Wednesday and a number of their divisional rivals:
1. Roberts tipped for loan exit
Middlesbrough look set to send loanee winger Patrick Roberts back to Manchester City, in order to bring in a fresh option. The ex-Celtic loanee star played just nine appearances for Boro this season. (Football League World) Photo: Naomi Baker
2. Rovers stopper set for loan move
Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper Joe Hilton looks set to go out on loan, with Ross County looking to be his most likely destination. The 21-year-old spent time developing with both Everton and Man City's youth academy. (Daily Record) Photo: Jan Kruger
3. Terriers land Holmes
Huddersfield Town have completed the signing of midfielder Duane Holmes from Derby County. The deal has seen the 26-year-old return to his boyhood club over four years since he left them for Scunthorpe United. (Club website) Photo: Stephen Pond
4. Lilywhites duo could join Cherries
Reports have suggested that Bournemouth have emerged as candidates to sign Preston North End duo Ben Davies and Ben Pearson this month, ahead of their respective contracts expiring this summer. (The 72) Photo: Alex Livesey