Former Chesterfield and Leeds United defender set to sign for Sheffield Wednesday
Former Chesterfield defender Liam Cooper is set to sign for a Championship club.
The 34-year-old, who remains a popular figure with the Spireites fans after winning the League Two title in 2014, is on the verge of completing a move to Sheffield Wednesday, according to reports.
The Owls were put into administration by now former owner Dejphon Chansiri last month but they have recently been given the green light to sign two free agents after settling some old debts and because they could have a couple of players involved in the Africa Cup of Nations in January. With the English Football League keen to keep the division competitive and with player welfare in mind, the South Yorkshire club has been given the nod to bring in some additions.
Cooper, who has been capped by Scotland and made more than 250 appearances for Leeds United, captaining them to promotion to the Premier League in 2020, is available on a free transfer after leaving CSKA Sofia over the summer.
Wednesday are bottom of the Championship on minus four points after being deducted 12 points for going into administration. It means they are 17 points from safety after 15 games, with relegation to League One looking inevitable.
However, the future of the club looks bright despite their struggles, with administrators confirming that 11 parties have provided proof of funds of £50m during the ongoing sales process. A ‘soft’ deadline of November 21 has been given for offers to be lodged and then a preferred bidder will be chosen by December 5.
Cooper could make his Owls debut against city rivals United this Sunday (12noon) when the Championship season resumes following the international break.