Sheffield Wednesday club captain Barry Bannan could leave this month, as Stoke City, Preston North End, and Millwall are all interested in signing the 36-year-old Scottish midfielder. A departure for Bannan before the end of the month is a possibility. The player's contract is due to expire at the end of this season. While it was already considered likely he would not continue with the club beyond the current campaign, an earlier exit is now possible. Last summer, Bannan signed a one-year deal to stay at Hillsborough, having rejected significantly more lucrative offers from both Millwall and Middlesbrough. The midfielder joined Sheffield Wednesday in August 2015 and has 27 caps for Scotland. In the 2025/2026 Championship season, he has made 25 appearances, scoring 3 goals and providing 3 assists. His current market value is €200k, according to Transfermarkt.