Joe Lumley Returns to Bristol City After Short-Term Spell at Sheffield Wednesday
Sheffield Wednesday have confirmed that goalkeeper Joe Lumley has returned to his parent club, Bristol City, following the conclusion of his seven-day emergency loan. No extension was arranged, with the club stating on X that Lumley will head back to Ashton Gate at the end of his brief stint.
Although both of his appearances ended in defeats, Lumley impressed, particularly on his debut against Middlesbrough, leaving a positive impression on Wednesday supporters.
Fans React to Lumley’s Departure
Owls fans are beginning to feel optimistic about the club’s future after a challenging final few months under former owner Dejphon Chansiri. However, news of Lumley’s departure — leaving Horvath to reclaim the goalkeeper spot while Pierce Charles continues to recover from a shoulder injury — has slightly dampened spirits. Many supporters felt Lumley outperformed Horvath during his brief spell.
Despite the short stay, fans have taken the news in good humor, joking about building a statue for him or awarding a testimonial. His week at Hillsborough was eventful: between his two games, the club entered administration and eventually parted ways with Chansiri, marking a memorable period for both Lumley and the supporters.
Joe Lumley has returned to parent club Bristol City following his brief loan stint with us..
Thank you for stepping in Joe and best of luck for the future 🧤 pic.twitter.com/11lmjYXQzx
— Sheffield Wednesday (@swfc) October 27, 2025
Lumley will be remembered not only for some standout saves but also for coinciding with a significant turning point in Sheffield Wednesday’s recent history.
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