Two old heads are unlikely – but deserved – candidates for Sheffield Wednesday award

Sheffield Wednesday defenders Liam Cooper and Reece James have emerged as strong candidates for the club's player of the month award. Cooper, who signed a one-year deal in June, has impressed with consecutive clean sheets and back-to-back man of the match performances in League One.

James has consistently filled in at left-back during Max Lowe's injury absence after joining following a relegation campaign with Rotherham United. Other contributors mentioned for the monthly accolade include Jamal Lowe, Joe Lumley, Louie Barry, and Kieran Morrison.