The Blades boss had hoped to sign at least two loan players last month – including Jesse Lingard – before the Bramall Lane hierarchy withdrew its offer to make fresh funds available
Wilder, naturally disappointed with the decision, pledged to fight on as United fight to retain their Premier League status.
The 53-year-old said: “That happens. If there’s a decision made and you don’t get a player, you move on.
“All my focus is on giving the players in the group the best opportunity to focus on what’s ahead of them. That’s basically where we are.”
But according to reports, the free agent market has been explored via former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge.
As per 90min, Sheffield United and West Brom have made contact with Sturridge’s representatives. The 31-year-old has been without a club since March 2020.
In that time, Sturridge has been keeping fit in anticipation of a possible return to football. It is claimed he still believes he is good enough for the Premier League.
Sturridge’s entourage have reached out to Newcastle United after top scorer Callum Wilson was ruled out for up to eight weeks but overall is open to offers from English clubs.
That is good news for United and the Baggies, IF their interest is in fact genuine.
Here’s a round-up of the latest gossip doing the rounds across the Premier League:
5. West Ham join Damsgaard race
West Ham United have joined Tottenham, Leeds and Southampton in the race for Sampdoria midfielder Mikkel Damsgaard. The Serie A club want around £17million for the Denmark international. (La Repubblica via Sport Witness) Photo: Alessandro Sabattini
6. Newcastle looking to release Saivet
Newcastle United are looking to release Henri Saivet before his contract expires at the end of the season. The midfielder hasn't featured for the Magpies since January 2018 in the FA Cup versus Chelsea. (Ghana Web) Photo: Catherine Ivill
7. Kabak still on Toon radar
Steve Bruce is prepared to revisit a deal for on-loan Liverpool defender Ozan Kabak this summer IF the Reds decide against activating his £18million purchase option. The Turk endured a difficult debut at Leicester City on Saturday. (Daily Mirror via HITC) Photo: Michael Regan
8. Man Utd eye Raphinha?
Manchester United could battle Liverpool to sign Leeds United star Raphinha after the Brazillian starred alongside Bruno Fernandes in their time together at Portuguese side Sporting Lisbon. (Manchester Evening News) Photo: Pool