Sheffield Wednesday recently made an unusual signing announcement that has received mixed reactions from fans. The announcement took place during a regular pre-match press conference with manager Danny Rohl. Just as Rohl was speaking to the media ahead of Wednesday’s Championship season opener against Plymouth, he was interrupted by a knock at the door. To everyone’s surprise, it was the new forward Ike Ugbo.
Ugbo had spent the second half of last season on loan at Sheffield Wednesday from French side Troyes, where he managed to score seven goals in 25 appearances. Previously, he had been on loan at Cardiff for the first half of the season but was recalled by Troyes and then sent on loan to Wednesday for more playing time. Now, Ugbo has signed permanently for Wednesday for an undisclosed fee.
During the press conference, Rohl’s acting skills were put to the test as he pretended to be surprised by Ugbo’s arrival, asking him how he was doing. Rohl then graciously left the press conference to allow Ugbo to field questions from the media.
While some fans on social media criticized the announcement, calling it “horrendously executed” and “truly abysmal,” others found humor in the situation. One fan compared the announcement to something out of “The Office,” while another praised it as “class.” Despite the mixed reactions, many fans were excited about the new signing and looked forward to seeing Ugbo in action for Sheffield Wednesday.
Overall, the unique signing announcement may have divided opinions among fans, but it certainly generated buzz and excitement for the club. As Sheffield Wednesday prepares for the upcoming season, all eyes will be on Ike Ugbo to see how he performs in the Championship. With his proven goal-scoring record, Ugbo could be a key player for Wednesday as they aim for success in the league.