Luton Town's squad numbers list for the 2026/27 campaign had a few key omissions, but the biggest absence was Jerry Yates. This time last year, the 29-year-old was being unveiled at Kenilworth Road ahead of the League One curtain-raiser against AFC Wimbledon, and there was plenty of excitement to see what the frontman could do back in the third tier. Yates had spent the four previous seasons leading lines in the Championship, and scored 21 times in his latest League One term at Blackpool, so expectations were high, especially with a heavily reported seven-figure fee being attributed to his move from Swansea City. However, mere months on from that move, he was left surplus to requirements by new boss Jack Wilshere, and despite more Championship minutes on loan in the second half of the season, his absence from the squad list ahead of the new season indicates that hasn't changed. ## What happened to Jerry Yates at Luton Town? Luton Town's decision to omit Jerry Yates from their squad numbers list for the 2026/27 campaign has sparked interest from Sheffield Wednesday, who are eager to sign the striker. ## Why it matters for Luton Town Luton Town's decision to omit Jerry Yates from their squad numbers list for the 2026/27 campaign has sparked interest from Sheffield Wednesday, who are eager to sign the striker. ## What comes next? Sheffield Wednesday fan pundit Patrick McKenna is interested in a move being made for Jerry Yates, and believes that the striker could lead the line well for the Owls at League One level. However, McKenna did suggest that the details of a possible deal could serve as a barrier to seeing Yates back in a Wednesday shirt. Despite the hard work that David Storch and the Arise consortium did to eradicate the imposed 15-point deduction to start next season and make it possible for them to sign players this summer, too, they are still working under a financial framework for the next two seasons. If Luton do want to sell this summer, they'll want to recoup the majority of what they spent on Yates to ensure that they don't make a loss on the striker, which Wednesday may not be able to co-operate with. ## Why Jerry Yates is a good fit for Sheffield Wednesday Jerry Yates' experience in the Championship and his ability to score goals in the second tier make him a good fit for Sheffield Wednesday. The striker's ability to chip in with goals and provide ability for the Owls could be a valuable asset for the team. ## What's next for Jerry Yates? Jerry Yates' future at Luton Town is uncertain, but it's clear that Sheffield Wednesday are interested in signing the striker. The Owls will have to navigate the financial framework that Luton are working under in order to make a move for Yates.