Sheffield Wednesday fans must keep their expectations for Danny Röhl in check
The club faces important fixtures against Plymouth Argyle and Rotherham United this week that could significantly shape their 2023/24 season.
Although Danny Röhl possesses several skills, he should not be expected to perform magic to resolve the team’s ongoing issues. The truth is, he has been thrown into a highly challenging situation. With twelve matches played, Sheffield Wednesday has yet to secure a league win and has earned only three points.
Röhl has taken charge of a Wednesday squad that is low on confidence and self-belief following a disastrous start to the season. It’s evident that the team lacks the quality needed for Championship success.
The unforgiving nature of the second tier of English football means that Röhl has limited time to address the team’s glaring shortcomings on the training ground. After their long trip to Plymouth Argyle, the Owls must quickly regroup for a crucial South Yorkshire derby against Rotherham United on Sunday. These upcoming matches against teams in the relegation zone are pivotal in defining the club’s season.
Röhl won’t have the opportunity to make immediate changes as there is no transfer window available. His first chance to strengthen the squad will be in January, by which time the season may already be decided.
There is no quick fix as Sheffield Wednesday aims to climb away from the lower end of the table. Positive results this week could reignite their slim hopes of survival.
Wednesday supporters have every reason to feel disappointed by the events on and off the pitch since May, including the club’s series of public relations missteps following their promotion. However, regardless of the outcomes in the coming days, Röhl should be given considerable leeway. This is not his squad, and it will take multiple transfer windows to transform Wednesday into a serious contender once more.
For this season, the primary goal should be to secure a 21st-place finish. Anything more would be a significant achievement.
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