Sheffield Wednesday had a strong end to the summer transfer window, bringing in midfielders Jeff Hendrick and John Buckley on loan.

Hendrick joins from Newcastle United and Buckley from Blackburn Rovers, with the latter’s arrival having particularly impressed fans.

Blackburn Rovers fans’ surprise at Buckley’s exit should tell Wednesday fans all they need to know about the 23-year-old.

The 2021/22 season was his best at the club, with the central midfielder featuring 42 times in the Championship, scoring three and assisting seven more.

He’d go on to play more of a back-up role under Jon Dahl Tomasson last season, prompting his temporary exit this time round.

Still, it looks like a solid signing for Wednesday, and here’s what some Owls fans had to say on the move:

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