Sheffield United could consider is Ibrahim Osman<\/a><\/p>\nAdvertisement<\/p>\n
The 21-year-old is a player I wrote a player suggestion piece on last summer. Having watched a few of his games last season, it\u2019s clear to see what his strengths are. He is very fast as well as powerful in full stride. He can play on the left flank where he cuts inside, or he can play on the right as an old-fashioned winger where he beats his man on the outside and then either drives into the box and cuts it back, or fires a cross in, which is something we hugely lacked last season from open-play.<\/p>\n
Compared to attacking midfielders and wingers in the Eredivisie last season, he ranked in the 93rd percentile for progressive carries, 98th percentile for carries into the penalty area, 99th percentile for take-on attempts and 87th percentile for successful take-ons.<\/p>\n
Osman\u2019s profile is that of a direct dribbler, an athletic wide player who thrives in transition-heavy systems.<\/p>\n
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This term, at Birmingham, he\u2019s stood out for:<\/p>\n
Dribbling volume: Osman consistently ranks highly for successful dribbles per game, showing strong 1v1 ability and close control at pace. He averages over 1.5 successful dribbles per game.<\/p>\n
Chance creation: While still developing his final product, Osman produces a steady stream of key passes and cut-backs from wide areas. He\u2019s averaged almost one chances created per game.<\/p>\n
Defensive work rate: His pressing intensity and recoveries align well with United\u2019s current high-energy system which has seen players like Andre Brooks thrive in this season.<\/p>\n
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Stylistically, Osman differs from Hamer. While Hamer operates more centrally as a creative hub, dictating tempo and delivering from deeper zones, Osman is more of a threat from wide areas. However, Sheffield United wouldn\u2019t have to change their attacking structure much with Osman still being more of an inverted player similar to Hamer. Despite being completely different players, Osman could help replace Hamer\u2019s output particularly in transitions and chance creation from one-vs-one situations down the flanks.<\/p>\n
Tyreece Campbell to the Blades?<\/p>\n
Another interesting option Sheffield United could consider is Tyreece Campbell of Charlton Athletic.<\/p>\n
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Campbell is an emerging wide talent who offers a different profile compared to Hamer.<\/p>\n
His game is built around:<\/p>\n
Explosive pace and direct running: He thrives in one-vs-one situations and looks to attack full-backs aggressively, stretching defensive lines. He averages 1.3 successful dribbles per game and an impressive 53% success rate.<\/p>\n
Ball-carrying ability: Campbell is effective at progressing the ball upfield using his burst of acceleration, particularly in transition phases.<\/p>\n
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Work rate and pressing: He contributes defensively, tracking back, again, similar to United\u2019s current system. He averages over three ball recoveries per game and over two defensive contributions.<\/p>\n
One thing he needs to work on though is developing his end product; while not yet as consistent in front of goal or with final passes, his underlying attacking intent is clear. He currently has three goals and two assists in 39 appearances.<\/p>\n
At 22, Campbell would represent more of a developmental signing compared to a ready-made option, but one with significant upside. In a system that encourages transitions and gives him space to attack, he could grow into a dangerous Championship-level winger, thus offering Sheffield United a cost-effective replacement option if Hamer departs.<\/p>\n
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With interest from Trabzonspor intensifying and Hamer entering the final year of his deal, Sheffield United face a crucial summer. If they decide to cash in, reinvesting smartly will be key.<\/p>\n
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