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Sheffield Wednesday fans urge Owls to sign up Bulgarian striker Preslav Borukov

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Borukov impressed for Sheffield Wednesday’s youth sides last season.

A young Sheffield Wednesday fan celebrates during the Sky Bet Championship match between Queens Park Rangers and Sheffield Wednesday at Loftus Road on April 17, 2017 in London, England.

Some Sheffield Wednesday fans are urging their side to sort out a new deal for Preslav Borukov.

The 18-year-old striker moved to Hillsborough from Levski Sofia two summers ago and has impressed for the Owls at both under-18 and under-23 levels.

Details of Borukov’s contract have never been publicised, however, his omission from last month’s released list suggests he remains on the books for another season least.

Niclas Thiede of Germany and George Hirst of England compete for the ball during the U19 International match between England and Germany at One Call Stadium on September 5, 2017 in...

Wednesday, though, look set to learn the hard way what might happen if young players aren’t tied down early – with George Hirst and Sean Clare expected to leave for a fraction of their market values this summer.

And after Borukov’s goal and assist for Bulgaria’s Under-18s this week, it may not be long until he too is courting interest from other clubs.

This is how the Owls faithful are reacting to the teenager’s latest showings on Twitter…

Should Sheffield Wednesday give Borukov a chance this coming pre-season?