Sheffield United fans react to Paul Coutts' first team return

It has been a long road to recovery for Sheffield United's Paul Coutts but the midfielder finally made his first team return against Blackburn Rovers last night.

Coutts, who has been out for nearly a year with a broken leg, received an emotional welcome from both his team mates and Blades fans '“ here's how supporters reacted on social media.

Paul Coutts makes his return for Sheffield United. Image: Simon Bellis / SportImageplaceholder image
Paul Coutts makes his return for Sheffield United. Image: Simon Bellis / SportImage
Paul Coutts makes his return for Sheffield United. Image: Simon Bellis / SportImageplaceholder image
Paul Coutts makes his return for Sheffield United. Image: Simon Bellis / SportImage
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