Blades negotiate with Leicester for Harry Souttar transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 12:42 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Sheffield United is engaged in talks with Leicester City regarding the transfer of defender Harry Souttar. Manager Chris Wilder confirmed that discussions are ongoing to bring the Australian international back to the club. Souttar spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Bramall Lane, where he received positive feedback from supporters. Wilder expects signings to arrive ahead of the EFL Cup first round against Mansfield Town on August 9. The club is also seeking reinforcements in other positions, including winger Rabbi Matondo, while planning to offload defender Mark McGuinness.
- •Discussions between Sheffield United and Leicester City are ongoing.
- •Harry Souttar previously played on loan for Sheffield United.
- •Manager Chris Wilder prioritizes defensive reinforcements.
- •Sheffield United competes in the EFL Cup starting August 9.
- •Mark McGuinness is being considered for transfer or loan.
- 12:42 PMYahoo Sports — Blades in talks with Leicester over Souttar
"Sheffield United are in talks with Leicester City over a deal to sign Australian centre-back Harry Souttar.
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