Transfer news and rumours: Souttar to Sheffield United, Sanchez to Udinese

07/08/2024 Raymond 0

Leicester City, newly promoted to the Premier League, have announced that towering defender Harry Souttar will be loaned to Sheffield United for the 2024-25 season. The Australian international, who has struggled for playing time at Leicester, will join the Blades without an option for a permanent transfer. Last season, Souttar made just four appearances for Leicester, and with strong competition in the defensive lineup, he has been deemed surplus to requirements. Excited about the move, Souttar stated, “As soon as I found out I was available and the club was looking at me, it was a no-brainer to come here.” Despite being under contract with Leicester until 2028, Souttar has played only 16 games for the Foxes since his January 2023 transfer from Stoke City.

Celtic ace lands £30m price tag, Rangers eye Liverpool 19 y/o, new Hearts deal, Hibs close to more signings – Scottish transfers

05/08/2024 Raymond 0

Rangers are reportedly eyeing a move for teenage Liverpool midfielder Bobby Clark, who is on the fringes of the Anfield first team. With new manager Arne Slot reviewing the squad, Clark could be among those permitted to go out on loan. The Athletic notes that Championship clubs Leeds United, Sheffield United, Norwich City, and Coventry City are also interested, while RB Salzburg has made a £6 million bid for the 19-year-old.

Sad news as former Sheffield Wednesday man is forced to retire at just 31

04/08/2024 Raymond 0

Caolan Lavery, a former striker for Sheffield Wednesday, has announced his retirement from football at the age of 31. Lavery joined the Owls’ academy in 2012 and first experienced regular first-team action during the 2013/14 season, scoring four goals in 18 Championship games. Despite spending loan periods at several clubs, he struggled to firmly establish himself at Hillsborough. In 2016, he made a notable move to Sheffield United after declining a new contract with Wednesday. Recently, following medical advice due to a knee injury sustained in February 2023, Lavery decided to retire. He expressed gratitude on social media, acknowledging the support he received throughout his career. Lavery made 39 appearances for Sheffield Wednesday, scoring six goals, including a memorable brace in a 6-0 victory over Leeds United in 2014.