Sheffield Wednesday's hopes of a swift takeover have been dashed as a consortium seeking to buy the club has withdrawn its interest. The consortium, featuring James Bord, the co-owner of Dunfermline, was granted exclusivity by club administrators in December. However, it has now released a statement confirming that its interest is at an end. A spokesperson for the consortium said they had respected the integrity of the process, working professionally with the administrator, the EFL, and the IFR. Unfortunately, they have regretfully decided to withdraw from the process, citing constraints on their ability to renegotiate. Sheffield Wednesday entered administration last October, and the consortium's withdrawal leaves the club's future uncertain. The consortium had a strong track record of restoring football clubs through financial stability, disciplined management, and robust governance. They genuinely believed they could play a positive long-term role as custodians of one of the greatest clubs in English football. The consortium's decision to withdraw is a bitter disappointment to many who had hoped the ownership saga would soon be over. The club administrators have been contacted for comment, and the Sheffield Wednesday Supporters' Trust has issued a statement calling on the administrators to take action. The trust's statement read: 'We now call on our administrators and relevant parties to provide an update on the current situation and the next steps for the club.' The consortium's withdrawal is a significant setback for Sheffield Wednesday, and the club's fans will be eagerly awaiting news on the next developments. The club's future remains uncertain, and the search for new owners continues. Sheffield Wednesday's supporters will be hoping that a new buyer can be found soon to bring stability and success back to the club. The consortium's decision to withdraw has left the club in a difficult position, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold.