Why Sheffield United cult hero Glyn Hodges could be a key man for Blades' neighbours Doncaster Rovers

Hodges played over 170 times for the Blades in a near-five year spell at Bramall Lane, leaving a lasting impression on United fans.

A former Wales international, Hodges moved into coaching after his playing career ended and after two caretaker spells at Barnsley, he spent just over a year in charge of AFC Wimbledon before leaving last year.

Hodges was unveiled as Rovers’ new set-piece coach last week under McSheffrey, who took over last year after the sacking of Richie Wellens.

“The club have put a role out there as set-piece coach and he’ll come in as that,” McSheffrey told the Doncaster Free Press, “but I know he’ll add a lot more value than that.

“He’ll share the load with things. It’s another good addition to the support network for me and we’re building a good backroom staff now.

“Glyn brings a wealth of experience, working at some good clubs.

“He was backroom staff with Mark Hughes wherever he went, including the Welsh national squad.

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“He brings that experience and some great support for me.

“He came in and met the lads, took training and the energy was good. It looked a good set up and I think he’ll be good for us.”

Rovers are bottom of the League One table, nine points adrift of fourth-bottom Morecambe, ahead of this weekend’s trip to Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.

“I’m here to look at set-pieces but I’ll be eyes and ears too,” Hodges said. “Because maybe I’ll see things that Gary or Frank [Sinclair, assistant] don’t.

“It’s all hands to the pump. The staff and players have been great and I’m looking forward to the challenge.”

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