Sheffield Wednesday have completed a loan move for Hull City striker Mason Burstow, bolstering Henrik Pedersen’s squad as the Owls chase promotion back to the Championship. The 23‑year‑old forward, who impressed during a loan spell at Bolton Wanderers, will join the Owls for the upcoming season.
Who is Mason Burstow?
Burstow, born in Greenwich, rose through non‑league sides Welling and Maidstone United before earning a trial at Chelsea in 2020. He signed for Charlton Athletic, breaking into the first team in 2021‑22 and scoring six times in 23 appearances. A move to Chelsea followed, where he featured for the under‑21s and made three senior appearances in 2023‑24. After a mixed loan at Sunderland, he joined Hull on a four‑year deal in August 2024, netting twice in 32 games before a prolific spell at Bolton, where he recorded 12 goals and six assists in 53 matches, helping them earn promotion from League One.
Why the signing matters for Sheffield Wednesday
Pedersen’s rebuild aims to replace the squad that fell to relegation last season, and Burstow offers the kind of proven third‑tier scoring the Owls need. Former Bolton manager Steven Schumacher praised his character, noting a strong start with seven goals in his first ten games. Adding a striker with EFL experience and a record of delivering in promotion battles aligns with the new owners, Arise Capital, who are investing heavily to secure an immediate return to the Championship.
How the deal fits into the Owls’ transfer strategy
Wednesday have already secured Louie Barry, Callum Slattery and Billy Mitchell, while Barry Bannan returns after a six‑month stint at Millwall. The club’s focus on young, high‑potential talent is evident, and Burstow’s loan provides a low‑risk option to test his impact before a possible permanent move. His ability to score penalties and find the net in crucial moments could prove decisive as the Owls aim to climb the table.
What the latest stats say about the Owls
The Owls finished the 2025 season in 24th place in the Championship with 0 points from 46 games, recording 2 wins, 12 draws and 32 losses, and a recent form of WLLDD. They have scored 29 goals while conceding 89, leaving a –60 goal difference, and sit 95 points behind leaders Coventry. Their next fixture is an away clash with Wigan on 2027‑02‑20.
The loan of Mason Burstow adds a proven scorer to a side desperate for goals, and his performance could be the catalyst Sheffield Wednesday needs to reverse a dismal campaign and reignite their promotion ambitions.
