A new analysis has revealed that Sheffield Wednesday’s squad has lost more than £34 million in value since 2016 — highlighting the long-term decline under the ownership of Dejphon Chansiri.
It’s yet another stark reminder of the financial and footballing collapse fans have watched unfold over nearly a decade.
Overview
EFL Analysis has reported a clear-cut number: Sheffield Wednesday’s squad was worth £51.6 million in 2016. That figure has now dropped to just £16.88 million.
That’s a £34.72 million collapse in squad value over eight years — a decline many supporters say reflects mismanagement, poor planning, and a complete lack of direction under Chansiri.
The drop isn’t just about players — it reflects a wider rot across the club, from failed recruitment strategies to the repeated loss of talent for nothing.
What You Need to Know
- Squad value has dropped from £51.6m in 2016 to £16.88m today.
- That’s a total decline of £34.72m in eight years.
- This summer, 13 players left the club with minimal replacements brought in.
- Eight players left for free, three were released, and two were sold.
- Critics say Chansiri has no clear strategy to rebuild value or stability.
Key Talking Points
- No return on talent:
Wednesday continue to lose players without bringing in fees or replacing them properly. - Summer exodus:
Gassama and Musaba were sold, but eight others walked away for free — and weren’t replaced. - Lack of recruitment vision:
There is no evidence of a strategy to maintain or build squad value through smart signings. - Ownership under fire:
Fans are once again questioning whether Chansiri has the financial capacity or footballing understanding to run the club. - Beyond just numbers:
The fall in value is a reflection of deep structural problems, not just the market.
Our Take
I really don’t think anyone will be surprised by this. For the last eight years, the value of the club — not just the squad — has been in steady decline.
Chansiri’s lack of football knowledge, and his inability to understand what makes a squad valuable, has dragged the club backwards.
Thirteen players have left the club this summer. Eight walked out for free. Three had their contracts run down. Two were sold. And what do we have to show for it? Nothing incoming. No depth. No reinforcements. No plan.
The bigger problem? Chansiri has no visible way of funding the club moving forward. This isn’t just bad business — it’s long-term damage.
This squad value drop is just another reminder of the consequences of having the wrong person in charge.
A £34.7m drop in squad value. A club going backwards. A fanbase left asking — how much more damage can one owner do?
What do you make of the numbers? Do they reflect how you see the state of the club?
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Note:
This article reflects our opinion based on publicly available reporting, commentary, and developments at the time of writing. Key insights have been drawn from EFL Analysis and historical transfer valuation data.
