Everything you need to know about Sheffield Wednesday’s Liam Palmer, from his family rumours to his appearances.
While many players have come and gone from the Owls over the years, Palmer has been a key component in the Hillsborough dressing room for years.
The defender came through the Wednesday academy and has never left making him one of the most well-known players in Sheffield.
In this article, Sheffield Wednesday News explores everything you need to know about this modern-day legend.
What is Liam Palmer’s age and height?
Palmer was born on September 19, 1991. At the time of writing this makes him 33 years old. He also stands at 1.88 metres which is six foot two inches.
Where was he born?
Palmer was born in Worksop, England.
Who is Liam Palmer’s dad?
Despite reports that suggested that Liam Palmer’s father was former Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Carlton Palmer, the midfielder has since rebuffed this claim.
He has confirmed that his dad is called Terry and that he is a painter and decorator.
However, Liam Palmer is related to Carlton Palmer with him being his second cousin 10 times removed.
When did Liam Palmer join Sheffield Wednesday?
Palmer began his career at Sheffield Wednesday when he was just seven years old joining their academy in 1999.
When did he make his debut?
After progressing through the ranks, Palmer made his debut for the Owls in 2010. Here, he started in a League Cup game against Bury where Wednesday came out victorious with a 1-0 win.
How many appearances has Liam Palmer made for Sheffield Wednesday?
With Palmer now being a permanent fixture in the Owls’ dressing room, he has made an astonishing amount of appearances for the club.
Since in debut in 2010, he has never left the club with the exception of a brief loan spell at Tranmere Rovers in the 2012/13 campaign.
As a result, at the time of writing, Palmer has earned 449 caps in all competitions and has scored 13 times.
Where does it rank on the all-time appearance list?
Palmer’s appearances for Wednesday are nothing short of sensational. Therefore, he ranks highly on the all-time appearance list.
At the time of writing, Palmer’s 449 appearances rank him seventh on the list. With Andrew Wilson leading the way with 546, the defender will need another 98 appearances to beat this record.
What are Liam Palmer’s feats?
During his time at Wednesday, Palmer has taken part in two different promotion sides. He helped the Owls finish as runners-up in their 2011/12 League One campaign as well as their League One playoff victory in 2023.
Palmer has also won Sheffield Wednesday’s Player of the Season Award on two separate occasions. The first came in the 2013/14 campaign when the club finished 16th in the Championship. The second time came in the 2022/23 season.
On top of this, Palmer has also won an EFL Player of the Month Award when for his performances in August 2022 in League One.
How much does Liam Palmer earn?
According to Capology, Palmer earns £12,000 a week which is £624k a year. He last signed a contract in June 2023 which is set to expire in 2025.
How many caps does Liam Palmer have for Scotland?
Palmer made his Scotland debut in 2019 and became eligible through his grandmother. In total, he has collected eight caps for his country, the last coming in 2021.