York City Minstermen chairman Matt Uggla has rejected a transfer bid from Sheffield Wednesday for star striker Josh Stones. The bid, reported to be 'significant', was met with a punchy response from Uggla, who stated 'not enough money in the world to buy our mythical creature'.
What happened?
Sheffield Wednesday have been monitoring Stones, who has scored 26 goals and provided 8 assists in 63 appearances for the Minstermen.
The 22-year-old forward has been in impressive form, including a crucial goal against Rochdale in April that confirmed York's promotion to the Football League.
Why it matters for York City Minstermen
The Minstermen are currently sitting 1st in the England National League with 108 pts, having won 33 games and drawn 9 out of 46.
Their recent form has been impressive, with a record of DWWWW, and they will be looking to keep hold of key players like Stones to maintain their momentum.
What comes next?
Stones' former club Wigan Athletic hold a 'first refusal' clause in the terms of the deal that saw him move to York for a fee of around £300k.
This means that any bid accepted by York would have to be matched by Wigan, who would then have the option to sign the player.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 1st in England National League |
| Points | 108 |
| Recent form | DWWWW |
| Last result | Rochdale 1-1 York (2026-04-25) |
The Minstermen will be looking to build on their recent success and maintain their position at the top of the league, with Stones playing a key role in their attack.
