Sheffield United they have now reached a “full verbal agreement” with the “brilliant” defender, and negotiations over a deal are set to begin soon, according to the report.
The Blades remain in a fantastic position to secure an immediate return to the Premier League, sitting just one point off top spot in the table Priority order.
However, to boost his side’s chances of automatic promotion, Chris Wilder has been extremely active in the transfer market this month, recently re-signing Southampton striker Ben Brereton Diaz.
Wilder has also confirmed his interest in signing Sheffield Wednesday loanee Shea Charles in what would be an eyebrow-raising move, saying:
“He (Charles) is the player we identified in the summer, as we have to because we all do our jobs, whether it’s us or Sheffield Wednesday. It wasn’t the finish, although I understand that and people thought it could be.
“We’re looking for players with quality and pedigree and he was on the list. We’ll see where we go next week, but a combative central midfielder, who can handle and break up a game and play, is on our radar, and there are plenty of players who fit the bill into that account.”
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Not only are United looking to strengthen their attack and midfield, but another defensive arrival could be on the way very soon, with Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg revealing they have achieved “full oral agreement” with Jonjoe Kenny.
The Hertha BSC full-back has informed the German club that he wants to leave this month, ahead of the expiry of his contract at the end of the season, with negotiations expected soon.
The 27-year-old is keen to return to England and help the Blades secure promotion back to the Premier League in the second half of the season.
Kenny impresses in Germany
The former Everton player has been particularly impressive in attack for Hertha BSC this season, picking up one a goal and six assists in 18 appearances in the 2. Bundesliga, mostly at right back.
Former Wigan Athletic boss Gary Caldwell praised right-back as “brilliant” during his time at the Brick Community Stadium, and has been one of Hertha’s best players in the league this season, with an average WhoScored match rating of 7.02the third largest on the team.
As such, it is promising news that Kenny is keen on a move to Bramall Lane this month, and the Blades will be hoping to seal a deal for a relatively low fee, given that he is out of contract at the end of the season.
That said, it may be difficult to replace Alfie Gilchrist in the starting 11, with the 21-year-old slotting in at right-back after some impressive performances this season, making 26 Championship appearances.
