Sheffield Wednesday defender makes surprise move to League One club
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The 23-year-old Everton academy prospect leaves Hillsborough after making 35 appearances for the Owls since his move from Merseyside in the summer of 2016.
Thorniley, who proved himself to be a committed defender during his time with both the first team and the club’s development squad, found his involvement curtailed this season.
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Hide AdHe played a full 90 minutes in both of the club’s Carabao Cup matches, including against his beloved Everton in the third round, but failed to make a league appearance under Garry Monk, making the bench on three occasions.
Blackpool FC chief executive Ben Mansford said: “Jordan has been one of our main targets for the winter window, so we are delighted to have this sorted at this early stage.
“Jordan comes having had a good upbringing at Everton and he has continued to develop after moving to Sheffield Wednesday.
“As well as being impressed with Jordan as a footballer, we were also impressed with his desire to come and play for Blackpool FC.”
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Hide AdHe joins Simon Grayson’s Tangerines in tenth place in the third tier and has signed a two-and-a-half year deal.
A statement from a Sheffield Wednesday spokesperson said: “Sheffield Wednesday would like to thank Jordan for his services and wish him the very best of luck for the future.”