Former Birmingham City coach brought in by Wayne Rooney leaves club as statement made

Former Birmingham City coach Pete Shuttleworth has left Sheffield Wednesday following a managerial change. Shuttleworth, who joined the club in September 2025, departed after Dave Challinor was brought in to replace Henrik Pedersen. Sheffield Wednesday sporting director Simon Wilson thanked Shuttleworth for his dedication, extensive recruitment network, and community contributions during a period of transition.

Shuttleworth previously had two coaching and scouting stints at Birmingham City, where he worked with a young Jude Bellingham. He later joined Wayne Rooney's backroom staff across spells at Derby County, DC United, Birmingham City, and Plymouth Argyle before moving on to Sheffield Wednesday.