George Byers makes permanent switch to Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday have signed their second player in 24 hours with the arrival of George Byers.

By Richard Hercock

Published 3rd Aug 2021, 18:52 BST

New Owls signing George Byers. Picture: Sheffield Wednesday

The 25-year-old midfielder has signed a permanent deal with the Owls, quickly following Wolverhampton winger Theo Corbeanu through the door at Hillsborough.

Byers - who will wear the No 14 shirt - was on loan at Portsmouth last season, and bagged 65 appearances for the Swans.

The Owls have not paid a transfer fee for Byers - their ninth signing of the summer - but the deal includes a sell-on clause.

Wednesday kick-off life in League One with a trip to Charlton Athletic on Saturday.