Sheffield Wednesday are facing the likelihood of their first player leaving in the post-season as they reshape their squad. Despite bringing in nine new faces, the Owls are yet to offload any players to make room for these additions. Some younger talents are now finding themselves lower in the pecking order due to the bolstered squad, prompting manager Danny Rohl to consider loan moves for them. One such player is Gabriel Otegbayo, who may be loaned out this summer, as per journalist Joe Crann.

Otegbayo, who recently extended his contract, has impressed Rohl with his leadership on the pitch and composed style of play. However, the competition in the defensive department might necessitate a loan move for the promising youngster. Rohl is reportedly looking for a suitable loan destination that will aid Otegbayo’s development.

With the squad size posing challenges for further dealings, Sheffield Wednesday might need to offload more players before the upcoming deadline to accommodate potential new recruits. Alongside Otegbayo, other prospects like Pierce Charles, Jack Hall, and senior players like Mallik Wilks and Michael Smith could be on the exit list by August’s end. In the quest for a new striker, Ike Ugbo remains a target, while the club already has options like Callum Paterson and Jamal Lowe in attack. The potential arrival of a new centre-back could trigger further departures from the Hillsborough club.