Sheffield Wednesday 'within days' of confirming big Barry Bannan news | OneFootball

The Scot is nearing a sensational return to Hillsborough.

The Barry Bannan transfer saga appears to be drawing to its conclusion as the Scot nears a famous return to Sheffield Wednesday.

Bannan departed Hillsborough at the end of the winter window for Millwall, but the 36-year-old was utilised as a bit-part player during their run to the Championship play-offs.

With the Owls relegated to League One, there has been intense speculation that the midfielder would return to the club where he spent 10 and a half years.

Now, there has been an important update on the player's potential move to South Yorkshire, including the finer details.

Sheffield Wednesday close to reaching Barry Bannan deal

The Owls endured the toughest of seasons under the ownership of Dejphon Chansiri, but with David Storch at the helm and League One football on the horizon, supporters are excited about the chance for a much-needed reset.

Of course, while there will be lofty expectations at Hillsborough next term, the club and fans are well aware that it is not as simple as turning up, and there is plenty of work to be done behind the scenes.

Given the current size of Sheffield Wednesday's squad, the club have an abundance of work to do on player recruitment, but they are now nearing a landmark deal.

Wednesday are edging closer to re-signing Bannan from Millwall to help with the club's promotion push, and a deal could be finalised within days, according to The Star.

Furthermore, the publication understands that the proposed move would not require a fee, as both the Owls and the Lions are aware that the Scot has his heart set on a return to Hillsborough.

Bannan deal just the start as Owls begin summer of change

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The arrival of Bannan is integral for Sheffield Wednesday as the club takes early strides in the transfer market, and he would be the driving force on and off the pitch.

During over a decade in South Yorkshire, the midfielder notched 477 appearances, and now there is a genuine chance of him becoming the club's all-time appearance maker.

The 36-year-old clearly has immense admiration for the Owls, and if Henrik Pedersen's side are going to seal an instant return to the Championship, then his desire will prove pivotal.

Of course, there are several gaps that need filling in Pedersen's squad, and once they are, then the Dane will have a job on his hands to gel the team together ahead of the start of the season.

Wednesday need to strengthen their goalkeeping department, the hub of their defence and the right side of their midfield where numbers are low, before adding depth all over the pitch.

With Bannan closing in on an emotional return to Hillsborough, the club will be in a strong position to persuade more arrivals to join the Sheffield Wednesday revolution.