'Muppets' - Patrick Bamford & Chris Wilder's 6-Year Feud as Ex-Leeds United Striker Joins Sheffield United

'Muppets' - Patrick Bamford & Chris Wilder's 6-year feud as ex-Leeds United striker joins Sheffield United

Leeds United title-winner Patrick Bamford has joined up with former foe Chris Wilder at Bramall Lane.

Sheffield United announce Patrick Bamford free agent signing

According to reports, Sheffield United have now opened talks to sign former Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford.

Awkward Return: Bamford Back at Sheffield United After Wilder Chant

Sheffield United have completed one of the most surprising deals of the season, signing former Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford on a short-term contract despite the pair's turbulent past. The move comes only months after Bamford was filmed joining supporters in an abusive chant aimed at manager Chris Wilder, creating a highly charged reunion at a time when the Blades are fighting to avoid relegation. The 32-year-old England international had…

Sheffield United and Stockport County succeed: Do EFL managers really thrive when they 'know the club'? News: The72 - Football League News

The likes of Sheffield United and Stockport County have found the most success from appointing managers with a prior connection to the club in recent years. Across the EFL, there are currently 17 managers who are in charge of a club where they have a prior connection, ranging from having played for the club, to being born in the area. Sheffield United’s Chris Wilder ticks all the boxes. He is currently in his third spell as the Blades’ manager, …