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Scottish Sun
a day ago
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Gary O'Neil lined up for football return as Championship side prepare to sack boss after disappointing end to season
The Blades are also considering a new director of football WOLF BACK Gary O'Neil lined up for football return as Championship side prepare to sack boss after disappointing end to season Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GARY O'NEIL tops Sheffield United's wanted list as they look into a change of boss. O'Neil has not worked since leaving Wolves in December but has big admirers at Bramall Lane where Chris Wilder's position is being put under threat. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Gary O'Neil is being targeted by Sheffield United Credit: Getty 3 Chris Wilder's job is under serious threat Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Wilder, 57, is going to have to handle the new American owners giving him players based on AI data — as we revealed. The experienced gaffer wants a handful of his own targets — but if they do not happen, there will be trouble ahead. Wilder wants experienced players like free agent Jimmy Dunne and old boy Oli McBurnie, while Chris Mepham is another possible arrival. But the new advisers are working on a deal for a mystery Bulgarian right-back, which could spark a major row. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL 'harsh and unfair' Club kicked out of Europe by Uefa in Crystal Palace-style case Wilder signed a new deal in January and the compensation would be huge, a problem that may stretch the new owners' finances. But O'Neil is in line to get the SOS call, although he is also a potential target for other jobs. O'Neil, 42, was not in the market for work after his Wolves exit but is now prepared to take the right job. Former Hull boss Ruben Selles is another live candidate. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Blades may also name a new director of football, with Bristol City's Brian Tinnion tipped for the post. Sheffield United finished third in the Championship last term. EFL club release 'gorgeous work of art' kit and even rival fans want to buy it Wilder's men led the table at the start of April, but a poor end to the season saw them slip into the play-offs. The Blades comfortably saw off Bristol City in the semi-finals, only to be beaten by Sunderland at Wembley. 3 TRANSFER NEWS LIVE - KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LATEST FROM A BUSY SUMMER WINDOW
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Newcastle enter £60m race for Brighton forward Joao Pedro with Anthony Elanga on shortlist to bolster attacking ranks
The Toon have identified four Prem forward targets HERE WE RO Newcastle enter £60m race for Brighton forward Joao Pedro with Anthony Elanga on shortlist to bolster attacking ranks Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NEWCASTLE are set to accelerate their interest in Brighton star Joao Pedro, according to reports. Toon chiefs are keen to bolster Eddie Howe's front line ahead of next season. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Joao Pedro is attracting plenty of transfer interest Credit: Getty The Magpies boss has long held an interest in Pedro, having considered signing him in 2022. According to the Telegraph, Newcastle have received an indication that Pedro would be willing to move to Tyneside this summer. Brighton are thought be demanding around £60m for the forward, although Toon chiefs believe that this fee could be negotiated. Fabian Hurzeler's side have already signed a possible Pedro replacement this summer, shelling out around £30m on Greek forward Charalampos Kostoulas. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL 'harsh and unfair' Club kicked out of Europe by Uefa in Crystal Palace-style case Newcastle may have to move quickly for Pedro, with Chelsea also considering a swoop for the Brazilian. The former Watford ace scored 10 goals in 27 Prem appearances last term. Pedro was left out of Brighton's last two matches following a training ground bust-up with team-mate Jan Paul van Hecke. Hurzeler, 32, said last month: "With Joao we had a small issue in training, the type which isn't uncommon from time to time in all football clubs. We dealt with it internally and the matter is closed. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 3 "Joao is an incredible football player, he's a match-winner for us, he's a great player and that's why we invested in him. "But there are principles that are non-negotiable and count for everyone - that everyone has to stick to - where we don't make any compromises. What does Brighton player Joao Pedro's controversial 'throat-cutting' goal celebration mean? "Joao is still a young player. He will grow and I'm sure he will learn from this and come back stronger next season. I'm really looking forward to seeing him renewed and reinvigorated at his highest peak." In addition to Pedro, Newcastle are interested in Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga. Nuno Espirito Santo's side want to keep the former Manchester United star, who would likely cost the Toon at least £50m. Newcastle have also considered swoops for West Ham ace Mohammed Kudus and Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo. But Pedro and Elanga are believed to be higher up on their wishlist.
