Ike Ugbo transfer claim emerges amid uncertainty over ex-Barnsley FC man's Sheffield Wednesday future
A fresh claim regarding Ike Ugbo amid uncertainty over his Sheffield Wednesday future
Sheffield Wednesday and Ike Ugbo are reportedly open to the idea of parting ways this summer.
The 27-year-old forward first arrived at Hillsborough on loan from Troyes in January 2024, having spent the first half of the season at Cardiff City.
He was an instant hit in South Yorkshire, pitching in with seven goals that helped keep Wednesday afloat in the Championship.
A permanent move to S6 followed but as the ink on his new deal dried up, so did the goals. Since becoming a permanent member of the Wednesday ranks, Ugbo has not managed a single league goal.
Ike Ugbo latest
According to The Star, there is seemingly an acceptance a fresh start would be best for all concerned parties.
Both Ugbo and the club are said to be receptive to the idea of cutting ties, although it may not be particularly straightforward to arrange.
The former Barnsley loanee, who has been capped by Canada at international level, is thought to be under contract at Wednesday until 2028. He is also said to be among the club’s biggest earners, which may make it difficult to offload him.
It has been suggested that talks over his future will soon be held as the club prepare to mould their squad for a League One promotion tilt.
Sheffield Wednesday boss on Ike Ugbo
When asked about Ugbo’s struggles back in November, Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen said: "I also think it can be difficult to get a rhythm if you always change.
"There is a reason why the other players do it well, it's also because they have a lot of starts after each other and that's also what I have tried to do now with Ugbo, to give him some more stats. Then we will evaluate if we need new energy on Saturday or what we will do.”