Sheffield Wednesday could receive a timely boost ahead of the new League One season, with reports suggesting defender Yan Valery may remain at the club rather than leave following relegation. The Tunisian international has been told by manager Henrik Pedersen to return to pre-season training, though the club has stopped short of confirming his long-term future, leaving open the possibility he could yet depart. Keeping Valery would be significant for Wednesday, who are rebuilding under new ownership following Arise's takeover and have already made several new signings while also retaining key players such as Max Lowe.

Valery impressed during Wednesday's promotion-chasing campaign under previous manager Danny Röhl, averaging a Sofascore rating of 6.74 with three goals and four assists, alongside solid defensive contributions of 1.3 interceptions and 1.4 tackles per game. Even during a difficult season in which he was loaned out to Young Boys midway through, he still maintained a respectable average rating of 6.66, underlining his consistency. His return would strengthen a right-back position the club is keen to bolster as they look to challenge for promotion back to the Championship.