Dream Choudhury partner: Sheffield United could land “outstanding” star

Dream Choudhury partner: Sheffield United could land “outstanding” star.

Dream Choudhury partner: Sheffield United could land "outstanding" star

 

Chris Wilder has signed a new contract with Sheffield United until 2028, which is certain to excite Blades fans given the club’s recent success in the Championship.

Indeed, the South Yorkshire club appears to be revived this season under the popular manager, despite a problematic relegation that might leave a hangover, as they hold the division’s second automatic promotion slot.

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder reacts after the match

Regardless of these many positives, Wilder will want to see more action through the door between now and Monday’s transfer deadline to help his club’s promotion ambitions, with one midfield candidate being targeted to possibly partner up with Hamza Choudhury.

What Hamza Choudhury Brings to Sheff Utd

Before getting into who may play with Choudhury, the 27-year-old is a nice addition to Wilder’s squad.

The promotion prospects are rather depleted in the holding midfield positions, with Ollie Arblaster out with a major injury and ex-Everton player Tom Davies dealing with his own fitness issues.

Therefore, Choudhury’s acquisition would have been welcomed with open arms when the loan deal was formally revealed, with Wilder well knowing with what the midfield battler would bring to his club, having previously coached him at Watford.

Choudhury’s tenacity and persistence helped the Hornets win an average of 5.1 duels per league game in 2022/23, despite not contributing any goals or assists.

Last season, before his Leicester City trip went south, the 27-year-old helped the Foxes achieve promotion to the Premier League, and many at Bramall Lane are hoping he can add another to his CV soon.

E might also line up with a new midfield partner if a deal is completed before deadline day, as the Blades continue to flex their muscles in the market.

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Sheff Utd might sign ideal Choudhury partner.

The Blades are reportedly interested in Beskitas’ Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who was previously connected with them during the transfer season.

According to the article, Oxlade-Chamberlain is interested in returning to England, with Wolverhampton Wanderers and Leicester City considering a loan-to-buy agreement with Wilder’s team.

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With only two league starts for his present employers in 2024/25, he may consider a move to the Championship to increase his confidence and minutes, rather than the Premier League.

After all, despite his lack of play this season, Oxlade-Chamberlain has previously thrived at Beskitas, with his Super Lig figures from last season standing out.

Oxlade-Chamberlain’s league numbers for Beskitas (23/24)
Stat – per 90 mins* Oxlade-Chamberlain
Games played 20
Goals scored 4
Assists 1
Touches* 34.5
Accurate passes* 21.3 (87%)
Stats by Sofascore

According to the chart above, Oxlade-Chamberlain could come in and be an experienced and collected head in the center of the park, with an 87% pass accuracy average, in addition to contributing an incredible five goals.

The “outstanding” 31-year-old, as he was previously dubbed by Jurgen Klopp, may compliment Choudhury’s more attritional approach, with both loanees teaming up to offer the Blades additional steel and extra talent centrally.

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The former Champions League champion may not instantly break into the starting XI, but acquiring the versatile figure appears to be a wise investment, as Wilder sets about adding talent here and there to offer his team the greatest opportunity of quick promotion.

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