Sheffield Wednesday's pre-season programme is underway at Middlewood Road, with a familiar face among the trainees. Cameron Dawson, the Owls' promotion winner, is back at the club, albeit on a training brief.

What's happening?

Dawson, a boyhood Wednesdayite, spent 11 years with the club, making 129 appearances. He played a vital role in the dramatic League One play-off final win over Barnsley in May 2023.

Why is he back?

The keeper is now a free agent after his contract with Rotherham United ended. With the Owls not flush with senior goalkeepers, the arrangement is mutually beneficial. Dawson still lives locally and knows Henrik Pedersen and other senior Owls figures.

What's next?

The Star understands that Dawson's presence at Middlewood Road is on a training brief as he looks to secure his next club. This follows a similar set-up that saw Jack Hunt welcomed back to Middlewood Road on a training brief last season. As of the current season, Sheffield Wednesday's league standing is 24th in the Championship, with 0 points from 46 games, and a recent form of WLLDD. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 24th | | Points | 0 | | Recent Form | WLLDD | Dawson has expressed his gratitude towards Sheffield Wednesday in the past, saying: 'I've had some incredible times there; promotions, incredible games and some incredible memories.' The Owls have also welcomed former Leicester City youngster Wanya Marçal to train with them, with a potential signing on the cards. Sheffield Wednesday's last result was a 2-1 win over West Brom on May 2, 2026. The team is currently on a 2-game winning run, with a recent form of 2W-0D-3L in their last 5 games.