Sheffield United hope to keep Tom Cannon at the club beyond the January window despite mounting Championship interest, according to Alan Nixon via his Patreon.
Sheffield United are on the charge in the Championship after what was a disastrous start to the season. After Chris Wilder’s return to the club, just a few months after he was replaced by Rub Selles, SUFC are looking like a force to be reckoned with.
Following a statement win against Stoke City on Saturday, the Blades have the play-offs in their sights. After four straight wins, Sheffield United are eight points away from the top six.
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A big January window approaches for SUFC, and plans have begun in terms of transfers. One of which appears to be surrounding striker Tom Cannon, who is set to stay at the club, according to Alan Nixon via his Patreon.
Championship clubs have been interested in a move for Cannon, who has made just six starts for SUFC this season. Cannon is yet to find his best form since joining the Blades from Leicester City for around £10m last January.
Wilder must have faith that Cannon can return to his best
Sheffield United made a big investment in Cannon last January. They knew they had to strengthen in order to push for promotion, but ultimately it did not pull through for the Blades.
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While Cannon has struggled in the main for SUFC, his quality at this level is well-known. In the first half of last season, he bagged nine goals in a poor Stoke City side, which prompted interest in him.
He had shown his quality back in 2022-23 too while on loan with Preston too. Wilder will be well aware of his ability, and it would be no shock if soon enough he gives Cannon a run in the side.
The former Everton man will be frustrated with how his Sheffield United career has gone. However, this show of faith from his manager may just be exactly what he needs to kick on.
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Sheffield United’s striker options
Cannon has found himself down the Blades’ pecking order in recent weeks. SUFC have brought in Patrick Bamford as a free agent to help bolster Wilder’s attacking options.
Bamford has already bagged two goals in four appearances for Sheffield United. His performances have been very impressive since he made the move back to Yorkshire, following his release from Leeds United.
Other options for SUFC include last season’s top scorer Tyrese Campbell, who looks back to his best under Wilder. Young Ryan One and the experienced Danny Ings round out Wilder’s attacking options.