Millwall Eye Move for Sheffield Wednesday Midfielder Barry Bannan Amid Owls’ Struggles
Millwall are reportedly interested in signing Sheffield Wednesday veteran Barry Bannan, as the South Yorkshire club continues to face difficulties both on and off the pitch.
The Owls remain in administration and sit at the bottom of the Championship table with a negative points tally, making relegation to League One appear inevitable.
Despite these challenges, Bannan extended his contract at Hillsborough last summer, even as former owner Dejphon Chansiri struggled to pay wages on time. The former Crystal Palace midfielder joined Wednesday in 2015 and has since made over 470 appearances, excelling in both League One and the Championship.
Bannan has continued to shine this season, scoring against Norwich City, Portsmouth, and Wrexham, drawing attention from Millwall as they target a Championship play-off spot.
While Capology estimates Bannan earns £25,000 per week, journalist Alan Nixon claims he actually earns around £7,000 weekly after taking a pay cut last summer. A new ownership consortium led by James Bord could prioritize cost-cutting, potentially making Bannan’s exit a practical option for the Owls.
At 36, Bannan remains a creative and reliable midfielder who could strengthen Millwall’s promotion push. He previously helped Wednesday reach the Championship play-offs in 2016 and 2017 and could now provide similar leadership for the Lions.
If a deal is completed, Millwall could field Bannan in upcoming fixtures against rivals Charlton Athletic and a struggling Sheffield United, a match in which the midfielder would likely be eager to impress.
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