Sheffield Wednesday 'working on deal for Frederico Venancio'

Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly working on a permanent deal for Vitoria de Setubal defender Frederico Venancio.

The 25-year-old spent last season on loan at Hillsborough, making 25 appearances for the Owls.

According to The Star, Vitoria are willing to sell the centre-back for £800,000 and Wednesday have held discussions over a long-term deal for Venancio.

The report adds that Venancio would prefer to join Wednesday on a permanent deal, although several Championship clubs are also monitoring the Portuguese player.

Venancio scored for Wednesday in a 5-1 thumping to Norwich City in May.