Sheffield Wednesday hero and ex-Burnley, Celtic & Sunderland man Ross Wallace 'interested' in Owls role
Sheffield Wednesday hero Ross Wallace credited with interest in return to the club
Ross Wallace would reportedly be interested in returning to Sheffield Wednesday to lead the club’s under-18s.
A former winger, the 41-year-old proved to be a hit at Hillsborough during his three years on the club’s books. Between 2015 and 2018, the charismatic wideman scored 13 goals in 124 appearances.
After leaving the Owls, Wallace had stints at Fleetwood Town and St Mirren before confirming his retirement from playing.
He has since moved into management and has worked as a youth coach at Burnley and a first-team coach at Fleetwood. More recently, Wallace took charge of Burnley Women on an interim basis.
Ross Wallace ‘interested’ in Sheffield Wednesday return
According to reporter Dom Howson, Wallace would be interested in the Wednesday Under-18s head coach vacancy that recently opened.
Jordan Broadbent has left the role having been given a chance to lead National League North outfit Buxton as first-team manager.
Posting on X, Howson said: “Understand Ross Wallace would be interested in the Under‑18s PDP manager role at SWFC.
“The former Owls midfielder recently helped guide Burnley Women to the National League North title and has held coaching roles at Burnley and Fleetwood in recent years.”
Wallace boasts a wealth of experience he would be able to pass on to Wednesday’s youngsters, many of whom are vying for professional deals in S6. Prior to joining Wednesday, he represented Celtic, Sunderland, Preston North End and Burnley. However, the role is one that is likely to attract plenty of applicants.
Sheffield Wednesday vacancy open
Regarding Broadbent’s departure, Owls academy manager Jonathan Pepper said: “Jordan has played a significant role in the recent success of the academy.
“His contribution to the development of players transitioning into the first team has been evident. A move into a first-team environment has long been an ambition of Jordan’s, and this opportunity represents a natural and well-deserved step in his career.
“While we are disappointed to lose a coach and person of his quality, it is important that we recognise and celebrate his achievements and the impact he has made during his time at the club.
“I would like to thank Jordan for his commitment and contribution and wish him every success in his new role at Buxton.”