Blackpool move ruled out for Sheffield Wednesday midfielder

George Byers is to remain at Sheffield Wednesday, despite social media reports linking him with a move to Blackpool.

Byers is a name that has been mentioned to the Seasiders consistently over the last 18-months however as was the case back in August 2022, he is remaining at Hillsborough for the foreseeable future.

According to our friends at The Star, Byers is in manager Danny Rohl's plans and at this time there are no plans to consider any approaches for him. Social media reports said that Blackpool along with Championship and League One teams hold an interest, but it is unlikely that he will depart this month.

He is out-of-contract at the end of the season however Byers holds a desire to remain in Yorkshire. The Star adds that Byers wants to remain with Wednesday as they bid to retain their second-tier status. A departure from Wednesday was always unlikely given how much he has played this season. The former Swansea City and Portsmouth midfielder has played 22 times in the Championship with one goal and one assist.

Byers could soon face competition for his place in the side though. Wednesday are interested in signing Connor Coventry from West Ham, whilst there are talks about potentially ending Jeff Hendrick's stay. The Republic of Ireland midfielder is on loan until the end of the season and could consider terminating the loan to make for more space in the squad as Rohl looks to put his stamp down on things.

As for Blackpool, their one signing this month is Hayden Coulson. He's joined on loan from Carabao Cup semi-finalists Middlesbrough until the end of the season. In other news, Jordan Rhodes will remain at Bloomfield Road until the end of the season has been shortlisted for the League One player of the month. He scored four goals in the last month of 2023 including a brace against Carlisle United and the winner will be announced at 6.00 am on Friday morning.