Sheffield Wednesday Names Henrik Pedersen New Manager Amid Financial Struggles

Sheffield Wednesday has appointed Henrik Pedersen as their new permanent manager following the departure of Danny Rohl amid significant off-field turmoil. Pedersen, who was previously Rohl's assistant, has signed a contract extension and is tasked with steering the club through financial difficulties, including unpaid player wages and a closed stand at Hillsborough due to safety concerns. The club faces a challenging start to the Championship season with a depleted squad after over a dozen players left and an ongoing EFL embargo restricting new signings. Despite these hardships, Pedersen expressed pride and optimism about leading the club, urging fans to remain patient and united as the team battles to return to its former standing. He drew on his Danish heritage to emphasize resilience, stating that like Viking ancestors, the club must weather the storm to reach calmer waters. The Owls begin their campaign with an away match against Leicester City, another club also facing off-pitch difficulties.