Sat Jan 07, 2023 9:45 am
Mark McGuinness talks planned:
Sheffield Wednesday manager Darren Moore says losing Mark McGuinness would be a "blow" for the Owls and says talks will take place with Cardiff tomorrow.
The centre-back will return to south Wales after the FA Cup clash with Newcastle United. The defender has enjoyed a stellar stint in League One and his loss is a setback for Moore.
"First and foremost, we have the game to conclude tomorrow (Saturday)," he responded today.
"After the game, both clubs have agreed to have a chat. If he is to go back, it's a blow. But for me, my message is we should be full of joy in terms of what he brought to the football club.
"He has been absolutely tremendous, he does what it says on the tin and he ticks our boxes in terms of recruitment.
"He's improved as a player, without a doubt and taking to it like a duck to water in terms of how he's been received by the football club. Most importantly, his performances have been getting stronger and stronger.
"If he goes back, he goes back with our full blessing. We thank him for his time here and I personally thank him for our time working together.
"He can play (tomorrow). There's always been an agreement and we always thought we'd reached the end of it and that is in agreement (recall option). Yes, they may call him back or there may be a possibility of him staying. If they are to call him back (after) tomorrow, then we are happy in terms of his contribution.”