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Sheffield Wednesday are exploring the possibility of bringing Stuart Armstrong back to Hillsborough

Sheffield Wednesday are exploring the possibility of bringing Stuart Armstrong back to Hillsborough after his short-team deal with the Owls expired earlier this summer.

Armstrong joined the Owls in January after a brief stint with Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS, and made just six starts before being released at the end of the campaign.

Owner Dejphon Chansiri is under increasing pressure to resolve the club's cash flow issues, with Wednesday unable to pay transfer fees until at least 2027.

The 51-cap Scotland star made 214 appearances for Southampton, including 149 in the Premier League - after successful spells at Celtic and Dundee United, where he netted 49 goals throughout his eight years north of the English border.

Stuart Armstrong emerges as target for Sheffield Wednesday

According to journalist Alan Nixon, Sheffield Wednesday are keen to bring Armstrong back to S6 after being forced to only sign free agents.

Armstrong's willingness to accept a pay-cut is seen as crucial, but the chance to play a regular role in the second-tier next season and revive any hopes of international football could be the key.

Reports also suggest that players are due around £1.6m for both May and June, with some being paid before others - this could perhaps be a worry in Armstrong's mind when he weighs up where to go next.

Given his advancing age though and lack of real playing time in 2025, there is a chance that Armstrong may accept a return to Hillsborough, given the fact that the Owls are heavily restricted on what kind of players they can bring in.

Wrexham provide competition for Stuart Armstrong - but Sheffield Wednesday hold the advantage

The race for Armstrong's signature is far from straightforward. Wrexham, backed by high-profile owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, also want experienced Championship players to bolster their newly-promoted squad.

As a result, the Welsh outfit are reportedly interested in the attacking midfielder, but are yet to formalise an offer.

Reports also say it's likely that any prospective deal by Sheffield Wednesday will be on less favourable terms than before, so there does lie a great chance of Wrexham being the ones to offer better terms - if they ever do.

Wednesday's best hope may be to move quickly and table an offer before their pre-season tour, and if they can settle outstanding wage and transfer arrears as soon as possible, it may very well help them beat Wrexham to secure the re-signing of Armstrong.