Andre Brooks is emerging as a go-to player for Sheffield United. The 22-year-old's driving runs on the right and his trickery on the ball is eye-catching. Blades boss Chris Wilder says the winger can go all the way to becoming a top Premier League player is he ups his all-round game to the next level.Striker Danny Ings, meanwhile, scored his first goal for United in the disappointing midweek draw against struggling Norwich City at Bramall Lane. It was a huge relief for the 33-year-old who admitted afterwards he should be doing better. Ollie Arblaster played for the first time in 13 months, starting against Norwich after recovering from serious injury. Arblaster revealed afterwards that at one point he feared his career might be over .Former Blades boss Nigel Clough will return to the Lane next month with his Mansfield Town side in the FA Cup third round. It brings back memories for this website, viewfromthejohnstreet.com, which was created in response to local media deliberately ignoring Clough's cruel treatment of Blades skipper Neil Collins.

SUMMARY:

• Andre Brooks possesses the talent and attributes to excel as a Premier League player, yet only he can determine his future success.
• The recent 4-0 home win over Stoke City showcased the best of Sheffield United and Brooks played a pivotal role.
• Despite a disappointing draw against Norwich City, Brooks's introduction provided a much-needed spark to an otherwise lackluster performance from the team.
• Manager, Chris Wilder, expressed unwavering faith in Brooks's abilities, emphasising the necessity for the player to harness his potential effectively.
• Danny Ings's struggle for form highlights the psychological challenges strikers face, as confidence can significantly influence their performance.
• Ollie Arblaster's emotional return to the pitch after 13 months recovering from injury, was followed by his revelation that at one point he feared his career might be over.

Links referenced in this episode:

• viewfromthejohnstreet.com