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Sheffield United: Chris Wilder replaces Ruben Selles for third stint as boss

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BBC Radio Sheffield’s Rob Staton

It’s a sensational return for Wilder, having only left the club in June. His initial departure came after recording 92 points last season – two were deducted before the start of the season – and reaching the Championship play-off final.

It was a controversial decision to part ways and the new plan simply hasn’t worked. Any complaints anyone might’ve had about last year were quickly put into perspective when United started this season with six straight defeats.

Key players who flourished under Wilder – Harrison Burrows, Michael Cooper, Sydie Pieck – have all looked a shadow of their former selves.

Gus Hamer, last year’s top player in the Championship, was reduced to sitting on the bench as Ipswich hit United for five on Friday. So was Tyrese Campbell. Another pair who were instrumental to the club’s success last season.

The owners appear to be admitting defeat, holding their hands up and making amends. It’s rare you see that level of humility in football.

Wilder loves Sheffield United and will be jumping at the chance to get back in and get things going again. He knows the club better than anyone, will be able to walk back in and crack on quickly.

It’s an incredible set of events that will be all the more remarkable if he turns United’s season around. There’s still plenty of time left to get them up the table.


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