Sheffield United: June 2008 - news archive

Loan ace reveals Blades appeal

Sheff UtdManchester United winger Lee Martin is open to a move to Sheffield United if he is told he has no future at Old Trafford.

Blackwell answers transfer rumours

Sheff UtdKevin Blackwell has rubbished reports claiming Plymouth's Peter Halmosi is a target and that Sunderland must pay £8m for James Beattie.

Youngsters hold the key for Blades

Sheff UtdKevin Blackwell says he will happily give his academy players a chance to shine at Sheffield United before spending money on new faces.

Blades ace's empty link

Sheff UtdSunderland are unlikely to make a move for James Beattie after the Sheffield United striker was linked with a £5m move.

Boss on boys from Brazil

Sheff UtdSheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell could add a few Brazilian youngsters to his first-team squad for next season.

Blades eye Pilgrims raid

Sheff UtdSheffield United have joined Plymouth winger Peter Halmosi's growing list of admirers with the player set to leave Home Park.

Blackwell's Cup recipe

Sheff UtdSheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell has vowed to give the Carling and FA Cups his full attention in the new season.

Blades chief eyes attacking midfield raid

Sheff UtdKevin Blackwell is hopeful of signing an attacking midfielder, but admitted he does not want to upset the balance at Sheffield United.

Blades' resolve 'to be tested'

Sheff UtdSheffield United's determination to keep James Beattie could be tested if Fulham firm up their reported £6m interest in the striker.

Blackwell up for gritty build-up

Sheff UtdSheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell has defended his decision to reject the chance of glamour friendlies this summer.

Blackwell denies Quinn approach

Sheff UtdKevin Blackwell has insisted Sheffield United have not received a £2million bid from Middlesbrough for Stephen Quinn.

Blackwell keeping powder dry

Sheff UtdSheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell has told fans he might not sign anyone before the start of the new season at Birmingham.

Hulse sets Blades target

Sheff UtdSheffield United striker Rob Hulse has vowed to hit the goal trail in order to fire the Blades to automatic promotion next season.

Blackwell's belief in Blades

Sheff UtdKevin Blackwell believes Sheffield United can challenge for promotion next season with the squad they have and won't panic buy.

Hungary fruit not far away

Sheff UtdBlades director Terry Robinson believes the club's link-up with Ferencvaros will soon bear fruit after three African players joined.

Rams hit back at Blades claims

Sheff UtdDerby have hit back at claims from Sheffield United that they have used a 'dirty tricks campaign ' to unsettle striker Rob Hulse.

Blades issue Quinn warning

Sheff UtdSheffield United have warned Sunderland and Middlesbrough they have no intention of selling midfielder Stephen Quinn this summer.

Blades reject Hulse claims

Sheff UtdSheffield United manager Kevin Blackwell insists striker Rob Hulse is going nowhere despite Derby interest.

Hulse swoop mooted

Sheff UtdDerby chairman Adam Pearson has not ruled out a move for Sheffield United striker Rob Hulse although reports of a bid are incorrect.

Striker switch latest

Sheff UtdDerby County are still chasing Sheffield United striker Rob Hulse but have not yet agreed a fee - contrary to reports.

Blades linked with keeper

Sheff UtdSheffield United are ready to battle it out with Reading for the services of Colchester goalkeeper Dean Gerken.

Warnock eyes Lane raid

Sheff UtdCrystal Palace boss Neil Warnock is set to step up his interest in Sheffield United's out-of-favour striker Danny Webber.