Owls hit with three-window fee restriction | OneFootball

Sheffield Wednesday have been hit with a three-window fee restriction by the English Football League.

The Owls have been struggling financially with owner Dejphon Chansiri unable to ensure his club is able to pay wages.

"The EFL can confirm that Sheffield Wednesday Football Club is now subject to a three-window fee restriction after exceeding 30 days of late payments between 1 July 2024 and 30 June 2025," a statement from the governing body said.

"In accordance with EFL Regulations, the restriction will cover the entirety of this summer’s window and two full windows thereafter (Winter 2026 and Summer 2026).

"The Club has notified the EFL of its intention to appeal this decision and this will be heard in due course.

"Separately, on 3 June 2025, the EFL issued charges against the Club and owner Mr Dejphon Chansiri in respect of non-payment of Player wages in March 2025 and May 2025. This matter is being considered by an Independent Disciplinary Commission, and because of the ongoing proceedings, the League is unable to comment further at this time."

Wednesday finished 12th in the Championship while having the eighth best attack in the league (60 goals scored) and also the joint-fourth worst defence (69 goals conceded).

They will now have to try and survive the 2025/26 campaign while being unable to spend money on transfers or loans until January 2027.