Sheffield Wednesday Signs USA Goalkeeper Horvath on Emergency Loan Amid Injury Crisis

Sheffield Wednesday have signed goalkeeper Ethan Horvath on a loan deal from Cardiff City until January to cover for the injured Pierce Charles, who is expected to be sidelined for a lengthy period due to a shoulder injury. The move comes amid Sheffield Wednesday's financial struggles and transfer restrictions imposed by the English Football League, which allow only emergency loan signings in such cases. Horvath, 30, brings valuable experience having played in the Championship, Champions League, and internationally for the United States, and will wear the number 24 shirt, potentially debuting against Wrexham. Manager Henrik Pedersen expressed the desire for a longer-term solution rather than just a seven-day emergency loan and has been actively seeking a suitable replacement amid a thin squad and multiple player departures. The club is also exploring other goalkeeper options, including potential free agents, but face challenges due to financial and league regulatory constraints. This signing provides much-needed seniority in goal as Sheffield Wednesday look to stabilize their squad during a difficult start to the season.