The Star claimed this week that a return to Sheffield Wednesday for Barry Bannan remains a possibility, despite Millwall's play-off elimination. The Owls are not believed to have made a final decision on whether to pursue Bannan, but a deal could be possible if they decide to proceed with a move for the 36-year-old. Journalist Alan Nixon has revealed that the London outfit will not prevent Bannan from leaving if he is keen to return to Wednesday this summer. Additionally, journalist Alan Biggs revealed this week that Bannan only decided to leave during the winter window due to reservations about James Bord's consortium, who were the preferred bidders for the club at the time.

Sheffield Wednesday's new hierarchy wants to bring Barry Bannan back to the club ahead of next season. A report from Sports Boom states that Simon Wilson is set to be announced as Sheffield Wednesday's new Sporting Director. The report claims that one of Wilson's first tasks will be to bring Bannan back. The report also claims it is well known that Bannan wants to end his career at Wednesday, and that he left in January because he did not have any faith in the preferred bidders to take over the club.

The Wednesday Word reports that internal discussions have occurred at Sheffield Wednesday concerning a potential move to re-sign former captain Barry Bannan. Keiren Westwood claimed he believes Barry Bannan would be interested in returning to Sheffield Wednesday. It is mentioned that Bannan may already be open to a potential departure from Millwall less than six months after his arrival. Bannan's limited playing time at Millwall could increase his openness to a reunion. Before his departure in January, Bannan had frequently stated his desire to stay at Sheffield Wednesday for the remainder of his career. A mutual agreement could be beneficial, as it would allow Millwall to remove Bannan's salary from their expenses if they can acquire younger midfielders, and Bannan would return to Sheffield Wednesday.

Chloe, Barry Bannan's wife, has prompted talk of a return for the player to Sheffield Wednesday. Bannan represented the club on 477 occasions for more than a decade. According to talkSPORT, there is a strong possibility that Bannan will return to Sheffield Wednesday. The club has since been relegated to League One.