Turkish Outfit Set To Swoop For Sheffield Wednesday Star

Anthony Musaba could be the next player to depart crisis-hit Sheffield Wednesday amid interest from Turkish side Rizespor.

The 24-year-old Dutch winger has been linked with a summer move as the Owls continue to battle financial uncertainty and managerial instability.

Turkish Interest Grows Amid Wednesday Uncertainty

According to fresh reports, Super Lig club Rizespor are monitoring Musaba’s situation closely, with the Owls thought to be open to a deal if the right offer is made. Despite the club exercising a one-year option on his contract earlier this summer, their off-field troubles may yet force their hand.

Sheffield Wednesday have been engulfed by turmoil in recent weeks, with unpaid wages, a transfer embargo, and unresolved questions around head coach Danny Röhl’s position. While Henrik Pedersen has now taken charge of pre-season training at St. George’s Park, uncertainty remains over the squad that will start the new campaign.

Musaba, who joined the club in 2023, has been a solid performer during a difficult spell in S6. He’s recorded 23 goal involvements across 80 appearances and played a key role in the 2023/24 ‘great escape’ that kept Wednesday in the Championship. However, his involvement dipped last season, often featuring from the bench under Röhl.

With fellow wide man Djeidi Gassama already attracting strong interest from Rangers and other Championship clubs, it’s clear the club’s most valuable attacking assets are being targeted. Musaba’s versatility, work ethic, and proven output in English football make him an appealing prospect for sides like Rizespor looking to strengthen without major outlay.

The Turkish club finished mid-table last season and are believed to be looking for value in overseas markets. Musaba, with top-tier pedigree and recent experience in one of Europe’s most competitive second tiers, fits that brief. Given Wednesday’s situation, a structured offer could be enough to tempt them into selling.

No firm bids have yet been made public, and the club has not confirmed any senior departures since the retained list was released in May. However, further outgoings appear likely before the season begins, with Wednesday forced to balance their books and reshape the squad under growing financial constraints.

Site Opinion

Letting Anthony Musaba leave might make financial sense, but it’s another stark reminder of just how far Sheffield Wednesday have fallen in recent months. Musaba has been one of the few constants through the chaos and losing him—especially if Gassama also departs—would leave the club severely short in wide areas.

Rizespor’s interest makes sense on paper, but it’s a move that underlines how badly the Owls’ off-field troubles are impacting their squad stability. For fans hoping to see a promotion push, the headlines coming out of Hillsborough tell a very different story.