Sheffield Wednesday have announced the signing of goalkeeper Joe Lumley on a free transfer from Bristol City. Lumley, who started two games for the club during an emergency loan in October 2025, has been given a two-year contract. Lumley said that he was eager to join the club. He stated that during his time there last season, he became familiar with the club's structure, its size, and the passion of the fans, which made the decision to move easy for him.

Bristol City have confirmed that Joe Lumley has permanently departed Ashton Gate, returning to Sheffield Wednesday on a free transfer. Lumley previously had a brief period with Sheffield Wednesday on an emergency loan in October. City's sporting director James Ellis said that Lumley had been an important part of the goalkeeping group, but the move is best for all parties as he impressed in his short loan at Sheffield Wednesday and has the opportunity to play regularly.

It is believed that progress has been made quickly regarding Joe Lumley's potential move to Sheffield Wednesday, and that terms for a permanent deal have been agreed with Bristol City. The Wednesday Word understands that the goalkeeper has been at St. George’s Park in the last 24 hours as his transfer to Hillsborough nears.

According to journalist Joe Crann, Sheffield Wednesday are targeting Bristol City's 31-year-old English goalkeeper Joe Lumley. The club seeks to strengthen their options in that position as their current keeper, Pierce Charles, is nearing a move to Man City. Last season, Lumley was not a primary choice for his position at Ashton Gate and had a brief emergency loan spell with Wednesday in October. It is not yet known if Bristol City would approve an exit, though they have signed Sam Tickle, who is expected to be their primary goalkeeper. Lumley's contract at Bristol City is set to expire in June 2027, and his current market value is €400k, according to Transfermarkt.