Sheffield United: August 2008 - news archive

Kevin Blackwell admits it will be another two weeks before James Beattie will be back in contention for Sheffield United.

Sheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell admits the win was all that mattered in the tight 2-1 Carling Cup win at Huddersfield.

Sheffield United midfielder Chris Armstrong has signed for Reading and could make his debut in Saturday's game against Crystal Palace.

Gary Speed believes Sheffield United have the squad and mentality to gain promotion after their victory at Blackpool.

Sheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell insists he is in no rush to move players in or out of Bramall Lane before the end of the month.

Wigan boss Steve Bruce has denied he is set to sign free agent Stephen Carr or allow Michael Brown to rejoin Sheffield United.

Kevin Blackwell has slammed rumours that left-back Chris Armstrong could leave Sheffield United during the current transfer window.

Hat-trick hero Billy Sharp paid tribute to boss Kevin Blackwell for keeping faith with him after the 3-0 win over QPR.

Blades defender Sun Jihai has admitted he is homesick but says it will not stop him giving his all for the Championship club.

James Beattie could be back in action sooner than expected - possibly by the end of August - according to Blades boss Kevin Blackwell.

Sheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell admits futures will be on the line against Port Vale as he rings the changes in the Carling Cup.

Kevin Blackwell will make several changes for the Blades Carling Cup tie against Port Vale with Matthew Spring expected to start.

Sheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell will use the remainder of the transfer window to try and sign a playmaker.

Summer signing Darius Henderson will hope to win his Sheffield United debut against Birmingham on Saturday as James Beattie is out.

Veteran Sheffield United winger Keith Gillespie could miss the next six weeks after spraining an ankle during pre-season.

Sheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell insists star midfielder Michael Tonge will not be sold this summer.

West Brom are reportedly lining up a £2million bid for Sheffield United midfielder Michael Tonge who Charlton also are said to want.

Kevin Blackwell has indicated that Sheffield United could still look to sign Manchester United winger Lee Martin this summer.