Possible Sheffield United injury blow for new boy Jack Rodwell as former Sunderland man is replaced in FA Cup against AFC Fylde

Sheffield United handed a start to new signing Jack Rodwell in today’s FA Cup clash against AFC Fylde.
By Danny Hall
Published 5th Jan 2020, 15:29 BST
Updated 6th Jan 2020, 12:29 BST
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But the defender did not complete 90 minutes as he was replaced before the hour mark by Chris Basham.

The substitution may well have been pre-planned all along; the former Sunderland midfielder has not had a club since he left Blackburn Rovers in the summer, and is lacking match-sharpness.

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But the ex-Manchester City man did look in a bit of trouble with his knee area just before making way for Basham, after a solid debut in the red and white stripes of United.

Jack Rodwell attempts a shot on goal during the FA Cup match - Simon Bellis/SportimageJack Rodwell attempts a shot on goal during the FA Cup match - Simon Bellis/Sportimage
Jack Rodwell attempts a shot on goal during the FA Cup match - Simon Bellis/Sportimage

"Jack has been with us for a couple of weeks or so now and he's been excellent around the place,” Chris Wilder said after Rodwell signed.

"He offers us versatility and experience in a number of key positions and adds further depth to the group which is important at this stage of the season."

Related topics:AFC FyldeSunderlandChris BashamBlackburn RoversChris Wilder

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