One‑year deal brings Barry Bannan back to Sheff Wed amid revival hopes

One‑year deal secured Barry Bannan as Sheffield Wednesday re‑sign the 36‑year‑old Scot from Millwall, less than six months after his January exit. The former Scotland international made 477 appearances for the Owls in his first spell after joining in September 2015, featuring prominently in the Championship. With Wednesday in administration, Bannan left for the Lions on an undisclosed fee, signing an 18‑month contract in January. His move to Millwall marked the end of his initial tenure at the club. Bannan said, “This club means so much to me and my family so to have the opportunity to come back, I didn’t have to think twice about it. I’m just delighted and I can’t wait to get going again.” He added that optimism and excitement surround the place as they are “on the up.”

Barry Bannan nears free transfer return to Sheffield Wednesday

He featured 18 times for Alex Neil’s side as they finished third in the Championship. The campaign ended with a semi‑final loss to Hull City in the play‑offs. The former Scotland midfielder becomes the fourth player to join the Owls this summer as they chase an immediate return to the second tier. His experience is expected to bolster Wednesday’s promotion push. All deals were completed in July, with the latest updates circulating among fans. Listeners can follow Sheffield Wednesday content on BBC Sounds for further analysis.