Owls deny Clarets bid

Sheffield Wednesday have officially denied reports that Premiership new boys Burnley have made a £1.75m offer for Marcus Tudgay.

Those reports appeared in the press over the weekend but the Hillsborough club have moved quickly to deny it.

A club statement said: "Sheffield Wednesday can confirm that the club has not received a formal offer from Burnley for the services of Marcus Tudgay, contrary to recent media reports.

"As a club, Sheffield Wednesday wants to build a competitive squad around players like Marcus Tudgay, with the aim of reaching the Premier League together.

"Further, Marcus recently agreed a new three-year contract with Sheffield Wednesday, which he is due to sign when the players return later this week, indicating his commitment to the club."