Sheffield Wednesday reported target signs for League One rivals Owls UK News

The 22-year-old was one of several names linked with a switch from Hillsborough ahead of the 2022/23 campaign, with the Gillingham defender due to be available as a free agent at the end of this month.

Given his age, Gills are entitled to compensation in relation to his move to Milton Keynes, although his new club said “the two clubs are currently in dialogue regarding an appropriate settlement”.

“I’m thrilled,” Tucker told iFollow MK Dons. “I really think MK Dons is the right place to further develop my career.

“I met the head coach and Liam Sweeting, and they sold me the club, which is impressive in itself. They showed real enthusiasm to bring me here and that, with the ideas they had for me, made me really want to come here.

“I followed MK Dons’ performances at the end of last season and the club had an impressive campaign. I’ve faced MK Dons a few times and I know how difficult they make it for other teams. , so I can’t wait to be on the safe side from now on.

Wednesday has already made a defensive signing this summer, bringing in Ben Heneghan from AFC Wimbledon, and they are believed to have plenty more irons in the fire as Darren Moore strengthens his ranks for 2022/23.