Harry Gray cites 'crazy' season-ticket backing in Sheffield Wednesday loan choice | OneFootball

Leeds United striker Harry Gray has joined Sheffield Wednesday on a season-long loan, with the 17-year-old saying the Owls’ season-ticket numbers helped sway his decision.

According to yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, his second temporary move away from Leeds was confirmed on Tuesday. He will play the 2026/27 campaign in League One, having sampled the division with Rotherham United from January to May.

Wednesday are targeting an immediate return to the Championship. Gray said several clubs were interested but he chose a club he views as huge, citing 24,000 season tickets in League One and the benefit of a full pre-season to settle. He believes Hillsborough can be special when the fans get going and hopes this year will be one to remember, calling it the perfect place for him.

"Harry has an elite record in youth football and proved last season that he can translate his qualities to a senior environment," said Wilson. "In challenging circumstances, he delivered a good attacking impact in this league and his experiences with Rotherham United will provide solid foundations for him to build from."

Chances were limited for Gray at Rotherham, but Wednesday expect to be among the promotion contenders, and Wilson says opportunities should follow.

"Our playing identity will demand that we create a lot of opportunities, and we expect Harry to be a big threat to our opponents," he added. "We are thankful to Leeds United for trusting us with the next phase of his development and look forward to bringing him into the group."

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk