Brighton & Hove Albion manager remarks on Sheffield Wednesday’s objective before of important decision.
Sheffield Wednesday target James Beadle might play a significant role in Brighton & Hove Albion’s preseason this summer.
The 19-year-old shot-stopper had a fantastic season in 2023/24, starting on loan at Oxford United in League One and then joining the Owls in the second half of the season as he moved up a league. The Star recently claimed that Wednesday is keen to have him back next season.
Whether that occurs or not remains to be seen, and a significant part of the decision is in the hands of Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi, who will have a good look at the England youth international this summer.
The Seagulls now have some fascinating goalkeeping alternatives, with Carl Rushworth – who is three years older than Beadle – impressing on loan for Swansea City this season. Given that Bart Verbruggen and Tom McGill will be abroad with their respective national teams, it looks likely both will play during preseason.
Sheffield United are ‘planning’ an £8 million deal for Sunderland star, who is also connected with Wolves and Liverpool.
Sheffield United are allegedly considering an £8 million bid for Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson.
The 21-year-old is a Black Cats academy graduate who excelled in the 2023/24 season despite his youth. He made 45 league appearances, missing only the final day’s defeat to Sheffield Wednesday.
According soccer writer Alan Nixon’s Patreon page, the Blades are considering a summer move for the England under-21 international. Blades manager Chris Wilder is thought to be looking for a new number one, since Wes Foderingham is out of contract and Ivo Grbic has been erratic.
Grbic joined Sheffield United in the January transfer window, bringing with him outstanding credentials. However, he did not provide the confident presence that Blades supporters had hoped for.
Sheffield United are among the teams associated with Viktor Johansson, who is expected to leave Rotherham United following their relegation to League One. According to the report, a deal for Johansson has been postponed as Sheffield United seeks to up their game.
Sunderland apparently wants more than the £8 million Sheffield United is set to pay, however that might be the highest offer they receive. Liverpool and Wolves are reportedly interested in the gifted goalkeeper.
Sheffield United have only one game remaining in their disastrous season, a home encounter against Tottenham Hotspur. Their destiny has long been determined, and they will return to the Championship for the 2024/25 campaign.
