Live updates from Slavisa Jokanovic's Sheffield United press conference ahead of Derby County clash
The Rams travel to Bramall Lane bottom of the Championship table and on minus two points, after being hit with a 12-point penalty for going into administration earlier this week.
But Wayne Rooney’s side beat Stoke last weekend, the day after news of the administration first broke, and will be looking to cause another upset this weekend to get back in the black.
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Hide AdJokanovic’s men are in a good run of form themselves, despite exiting the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, and will look to build on good recent performances against Peterborough United and Hull City against the Rams.
We’ll also hear from a player ahead of the clash, which kicks off this weekend at 3pm, and we’ll bring you all the key themes right here in one place. Just hit refresh to see the latest updates as we have them...
Blades pre-Derby press conference
Good to be back
It was, I was a long time out and I was happy to be over the little injury. Now I can look forward.
Enda Stevens has finished his press conference...
Here’s a few highlights of what the Republic of Ireland defender said...
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Afternoon!
And welcome to our live blog ahead of Slavisa Jokanovic’s pre-match press conference this afternoon, previewing this weekend’s clash at home to Derby - we’ll also hear from a Blades player, and we’ll bring you all the key themes from the media briefing right here in one place.
In the meantime, here’s a recap of some of the headlines from the last couple of days...
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