Harambee Stars prospect Tyler Onyango is closing in on a return to English football after earning a trial with League One side Sheffield Wednesday, who have reportedly opened talks over offering him a contract.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe 23-year-old midfielder is a free agent after leaving Premier League club Everton at the end of last season and is now bidding to revive his career at Hillsborough following an injury-disrupted spell on Merseyside.##NAJAVA_MECA_9878705##Born in Luton, England, Onyango represented England at youth level but earlier this year pledged his international future to Kenya, making himself available for selection by Benni McCarthy's Harambee Stars.The versatile midfielder took another step towards securing a deal after featuring in Sheffield Wednesday's 4-0 pre-season defeat to Oldham Athletic on Saturday, coming on at half-time as head coach Henrik Pedersen assessed his qualities.Pedersen confirmed the Kenya international is currently training with the Owls and praised his versatility. "He can play right centre-back in the back three. He can play as a number six. He can play more positions. He's training right now with us, and then let's see what's happening."Beldine Odemba reveals three lessons learned from WAFCONReports in England indicate Sheffield Wednesday have already begun discussions over a possible contract, with Onyango viewed as an attractive option because he is available on a free transfer.Standing at 6ft 5in, Onyango is capable of operating as a defensive midfielder, central midfielder or centre-back, attributes that fit Wednesday's search for versatile players as they strengthen their squad ahead of the new League One campaign.His chances of earning a deal could also be boosted by the presence of sporting director Simon Wilson, who worked with Onyango during two loan spells at Stockport County and remains a strong admirer of the midfielder.Court quashes Eliud Owalo's appointment as Gor Mahia patronSpeaking when Stockport re-signed Onyango on loan from Everton, Wilson said: "We are delighted to welcome Tyler back to the club."We have had to be patient as Everton have needed him with their first team, but that is terrific experience for Tyler which he can bring into his time with us."We know he is a versatile player and we believe he can positively contribute to the team in several ways. The last time around it was cut short through injury, but I think we all saw the potential. We are looking forward to working with him again."Akonnor hails Gor Mahia's character after historic CECAFA final berthFormer Stockport County manager Dave Challinor also highlighted the qualities that make Onyango such a valuable asset."His athleticism, pace, power and ability to play in numerous positions will be invaluable to us and, importantly, he already knows us and knows what we’re about."Onyango spent six years at Everton after joining the club's academy and went on to make five senior appearances, including four in the Premier League.AFC Leopards complete signing of Gambian League MVP ending long transfer sagaHe also won the club's prestigious Keith Tamlin Award, previously claimed by former England international Ross Barkley.Loan spells at Burton Albion, Forest Green Rovers and Stockport County have helped him amass 36 League One appearances, giving him valuable experience of the division.A successful trial at Sheffield Wednesday would not only provide Onyango with a fresh start in English football but also strengthen his bid to establish himself as a regular in the Harambee Stars setup after committing his international future to Kenya earlier this year.
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