'Special place in my heart' - Dominic Iorfa shares poignant farewell message after Sheffield Wednesday exit
Dominic Iorfa shares poignant farewell message after Sheffield Wednesday exit
Dominic Iorfa has said the city of Sheffield will always hold a “special place” in his heart following confirmation of his Sheffield Wednesday departure.
The jet-heeled defender joined the Owls from Wolverhampton Wanderers back in January 2019, just before Steve Bruce took up his role as Wednesday manager. He will leave having amassed 222 appearances over the course of an incredibly eventful Hillsborough stay.
Iorfa has been released alongside winter signings Marvelous Nakamba and Zain Silcott-Duberry, as well as a raft of youngsters.
Dominic Iorfa bids farewell to Sheffield Wednesday
Posting on Instagram, Iorfa said: “After seven-and-a-half years and eight seasons, the time has come for me to say goodbye to Sheffield Wednesday.
“I've been proud to wear the shirt and represent this club. There's been plenty of ups and downs, but moments like promotion, staying up on the final day, and the atmosphere at the last game will stay with me forever.
“To the best fans out there, thank you for the incredible support and for making me and my family feel at home from day one. Hearing ‘fastest man in Yorkshire’ being sung is something I'll never forget, and it's been a special feeling. To my teammates, past and present, thank you. I've shared the dressing room with some incredible people and made friends for life.
“A big thank you as well to all the staff, physios, coaches and everyone behind the scenes. You've been amazing with me throughout my time here and I'll forever appreciate it. Sheffield will always hold a special place in my heart, especially with my kids being born here and now growing up as Wednesday fans.
“It's been a tough season, but with the new ownership, I'm sure brighter days are ahead and the club will be back where it belongs. I wish SWFC all the very best for the future.”
Iorfa struggled with injuries during his time at Wednesday but managed to rack up 34 appearances across the 2025/26 season. His final outing came on the final day, when he stepped off the bench in the 2-1 win over West Bromwich Albion.
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It remains to be seen whether fellow defender Liam Cooper will be staying in S6, although he has been offered a new contract.
The former Leeds United captain has previously indicated he would like to stay, therefore appears likely to sign if the terms are agreeable.
Cooper has made 14 appearances for Wednesday since joining as a free agent back in November.