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Barry Bannan Transfer from Millwall to Sheffield Wednesday
Sheffield Wednesday have re-signed midfielder Barry Bannan from Millwall on a one-year contract. Bannan made 477 appearances for Sheffield Wednesday in his first period with the club after joining in September 2015. He moved to Millwall for an undisclosed fee on an 18-month contract in January when Wednesday were in administration. Bannan said the club means so much to him and his family that he did not have to think twice about the opportunity to return, adding that he is delighted and is eager to start again. He also said he always had it in his mind he would be coming back to Wednesday in some capacity and that getting it done now is excellent. Bannan mentioned there is a lot of optimism and excitement at the club and that they are improving. He played 18 times for the team managed by Alex Neil as they finished third in the Championship before losing to Hull City in the play-off semi-finals. Bannan is the fourth player to join Sheffield Wednesday this summer.
Sheffield Wednesday have re-signed midfielder Barry Bannan from Millwall on a one-year contract. Bannan made 477 appearances for Sheffield Wednesday in his first period with the club after joining in September 2015. He moved to Millwall for an undisclosed fee on an 18-month contract in January when Wednesday were in administration. Bannan said the club means so much to him and his family that he did not have to think twice about the opportunity to return, adding that he is delighted and is eager to start again. He also said he always had it in his mind he would be coming back to Wednesday in some capacity and that getting it done now is excellent. Bannan mentioned there is a lot of optimism and excitement at the club and that they are improving. He played 18 times for the team managed by Alex Neil as they finished third in the Championship before losing to Hull City in the play-off semi-finals. Bannan is the fourth player to join Sheffield Wednesday this summer.
According to Southwark News, Barry Bannan has completed a medical at Sheffield Wednesday ahead of a return to Hillsborough. The player is set to leave Millwall after fewer than six months in London. The move is yet to be confirmed by the two clubs, but Bannan was seen training with Sheffield Wednesday this week. He was seen dressed in full SWFC attire at St George’s Park alongside Sean Fusire, Di’Shon Bernard, assistant coach Craig Mudd and a member of the Wednesday media team.
According to Southwark News, Barry Bannan has completed a medical at Sheffield Wednesday ahead of a return to Hillsborough. The player is set to leave Millwall after fewer than six months in London. The move is yet to be confirmed by the two clubs, but Bannan was seen training with Sheffield Wednesday this week. He was seen dressed in full SWFC attire at St George’s Park alongside Sean Fusire, Di’Shon Bernard, assistant coach Craig Mudd and a member of the Wednesday media team.
According to Sheffield Star journalist George Smith, Sheffield Wednesday have secured a deal for Barry Bannan to return to the club. The midfielder departed in January due to the club's increasing financial issues, and he signed for Millwall because of concerns about the club's direction if James Bord were to secure his takeover. Bannan is now returning to Hillsborough after David Storch won control of the club instead. It is believed that a transfer without a fee has been agreed upon for his return.
According to Sheffield Star journalist George Smith, Sheffield Wednesday have secured a deal for Barry Bannan to return to the club. The midfielder departed in January due to the club's increasing financial issues, and he signed for Millwall because of concerns about the club's direction if James Bord were to secure his takeover. Bannan is now returning to Hillsborough after David Storch won control of the club instead. It is believed that a transfer without a fee has been agreed upon for his return.
Sheffield Wednesday have made progress in a deal to bring Barry Bannan back to Hillsborough, according to the Sheffield Star. Bannan is under contract at Millwall for the next season, so any move will require negotiation. The Star states that things are accelerating, although there is no set timescale on a move being announced. A mutual desire exists from the new owners at Sheffield Wednesday and Barry Bannan for the player to return to Hillsborough.
Sheffield Wednesday have made progress in a deal to bring Barry Bannan back to Hillsborough, according to the Sheffield Star. Bannan is under contract at Millwall for the next season, so any move will require negotiation. The Star states that things are accelerating, although there is no set timescale on a move being announced. A mutual desire exists from the new owners at Sheffield Wednesday and Barry Bannan for the player to return to Hillsborough.
Barry Bannan would be very willing to return to Sheffield Wednesday if his current club were willing to facilitate the move. Bannan did not start for Millwall in either of their Championship play-off semi-final matches against Hull City. Now that the Lions have signed Metcalfe from Bradford, they should be more open to letting the midfielder leave, despite having only signed him a few months ago. Bannan was an important player the last time the S6 club won promotion from the third tier, scoring seven goals and recording 13 assists in 44 league appearances during the 2022/23 season.
Barry Bannan would be very willing to return to Sheffield Wednesday if his current club were willing to facilitate the move. Bannan did not start for Millwall in either of their Championship play-off semi-final matches against Hull City. Now that the Lions have signed Metcalfe from Bradford, they should be more open to letting the midfielder leave, despite having only signed him a few months ago. Bannan was an important player the last time the S6 club won promotion from the third tier, scoring seven goals and recording 13 assists in 44 league appearances during the 2022/23 season.
Joe Crann previously reported on his Wednesday Word Substack that Sheffield Wednesday were in talks with Millwall over Bannan. The Owls are now allowed to pay fees for transfers following the lifting of their embargoes by the EFL.
Joe Crann previously reported on his Wednesday Word Substack that Sheffield Wednesday were in talks with Millwall over Bannan. The Owls are now allowed to pay fees for transfers following the lifting of their embargoes by the EFL.
Barry Bannan has been linked with a return to Sheffield Wednesday from Millwall. Since joining the Lions in January, the midfielder has provided one assist in 16 appearances. A re-signing is possible as Wednesday are in a stronger financial position following the takeover by Arise Capital Partners.
Barry Bannan has been linked with a return to Sheffield Wednesday from Millwall. Since joining the Lions in January, the midfielder has provided one assist in 16 appearances. A re-signing is possible as Wednesday are in a stronger financial position following the takeover by Arise Capital Partners.
According to the Sheffield Star, Millwall are willing to let Barry Bannan leave and formal talks over a return to Sheffield Wednesday have started.
According to the Sheffield Star, Millwall are willing to let Barry Bannan leave and formal talks over a return to Sheffield Wednesday have started.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sheffield Wednesday has internally discussed a potential reunion with Barry Bannan, a Scottish central midfielder who left for Millwall in January. The 36-year-old signed an 18-month contract with the Lions, which runs until 2027. It is stated that at this point, only internal discussions have taken place regarding a return, and it is not yet known if a deal is feasible. There is reportedly a desire to bring the former skipper back for the club's League One rebuild, with a short-term return as an experienced player within the next year or so mentioned as a possible scenario, contingent on agreeing a deal with Millwall. Bannan has 27 caps for Scotland and in the 2025/2026 Championship season, he has made 36 appearances, scoring 3 goals and providing 3 assists. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €200k.
Sheffield Wednesday has internally discussed a potential reunion with Barry Bannan, a Scottish central midfielder who left for Millwall in January. The 36-year-old signed an 18-month contract with the Lions, which runs until 2027. It is stated that at this point, only internal discussions have taken place regarding a return, and it is not yet known if a deal is feasible. There is reportedly a desire to bring the former skipper back for the club's League One rebuild, with a short-term return as an experienced player within the next year or so mentioned as a possible scenario, contingent on agreeing a deal with Millwall. Bannan has 27 caps for Scotland and in the 2025/2026 Championship season, he has made 36 appearances, scoring 3 goals and providing 3 assists. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €200k.
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