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Sheffield Wednesday face worry over starlet’s future as contract discussions stall

Ernie Weaver's Sheffield Wednesday contract expires next summer, and a worrying update on discussions has emerged.

By James Ray · The72

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 10:29 AM

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Contract negotiations between Sheffield Wednesday and 20-year-old defender Ernie Weaver have stalled, according to reporter Joe Crann.
Ernie Weaver's contract expires next summer after the club triggered a one-year extension option earlier this year.
James Ray argues Sheffield Wednesday must provide Ernie Weaver first-team opportunities to avoid losing him on a free transfer.

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Sheffield Wednesday's contract extension talks with 20-year-old defender Ernie Weaver have stalled, according to reporter Joe Crann. The young center-back's current deal at Hillsborough is set to expire at the end of the season after the club previously triggered a one-year option during the summer.

James Ray argues that the Owls must provide Weaver with regular playing time to convince him to stay, noting the defender has featured only three times this season. Ray warns that failing to establish a clear pathway could lead to Weaver departing next summer amid potential interest from Premier League academies.

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Sheffield Wednesday face worry over starlet’s future as contract discussions stall

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