Sheffield Wednesday have reportedly been given permission by the EFL to sign two free agents, providing a possible short-term boost to a squad affected by transfer restrictions and forthcoming absences. The decision matters because it could help the club maintain player welfare and depth during a demanding fixture period while it works through administration and seeks new ownership.

The reported case for the signings centred on Yan Valery and Sean Fusire leaving for the Africa Cup of Nations, while previous restrictions had prevented the club recruiting out-of-contract players. Liam Cooper, Duncan Watmore and Timothy Fosu-Mensah have been mentioned as potential options, although no deals had been confirmed; the club’s wider situation remains dependent on financial progress and a prospective takeover.