Reports suggesting that Sheffield United will table a bid to rescue out of favour central midfielder Joe Rothwell from Rangers are gathering strength. Given that the Blades have strength in depth in that department, their interest in the player who helped Southampton and then Leeds United into the Premier League, suggests there may be a big name exit from Bramall Lane in January. Leeds boss Daniel Farke is a big admirer of United's star player, Gus Hamer, and tabled a bid, which was rejected, at the beginning of the 2024-25 season. Now, as Leeds battle for top flight survival, he is reported to make another attempt to prise Harmer away from the Lane. Callum O'Hare, meanwhile, is another Blades' player attracting interest.

Summary

• The potential acquisition of Joe Rothwell by Sheffield United would seem to signal the exit of at least one big name from Bramall Lane
• Sheffield United already possess an impressive pool of nine midfield players
• Manager Chris Wilder acknowledges the need to streamline the squad, indicating that player movements are imminent.
• Rothwell's experience and prior success in gaining promotion could prove invaluable to Sheffield United.
• The ongoing speculation about Gus Harmer's future suggests that significant decisions regarding player transfers are forthcoming.
• Wilder's intention to retain key players while also strengthening the squad indicates a delicate balancing act ahead.

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