Sheffield Wednesday are facing the imminent departure of assistant coach Craig Mudd after Manchester City made an official approach. The 39-year-old has been absent from the Owls' pre-season training camp in Hungary as the club works through the situation. League standing: 24th in Championship, 0 pts, 2W-12D-32L from 46 games, recent form WLLDD.
What happened with Craig Mudd?
Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen confirmed the club had received an official approach from Manchester City for Mudd, who joined from the Etihad Campus last September. "There is an approach from another club," Pedersen stated. "So until there is a solution, then he stays home. This is the situation." Mudd's potential exit follows Ben Wilkinson's departure from City's under-21 manager role to join Derby County.
Why it matters for Sheffield Wednesday
Mudd's departure would leave a significant gap in the Owls' coaching setup. The South Yorkshire-born coach has been influential since joining last year. With goals this season at 29 scored and 89 conceded (-60 goal difference), Wednesday are already 95 points behind leaders Coventry. Pedersen is now assessing internal options while exploring external replacements.
What comes next for the Owls?
Pedersen has begun modifying the coaching group, with analyst Ben King stepping up to oversee drills in Budapest. The manager is also in discussions with potential new coaches but hasn't found the right fit yet. "This week here will give me a clear picture of what we have internally and what we need to take the next step as a group again," Pedersen said. Next fixture: vs Luton (away, 2027-01-09).
Who could replace Mudd?
Sascha Milicevic, a former colleague of Pedersen's, is not expected to become Mudd's replacement. The club is looking for a longer-term solution to strengthen the coaching staff ahead of the new season. Pedersen is using the pre-season camp to evaluate the current setup before making any final decisions.
