Sheffield United: Chris Wilder says club ‘connected’ again

Seven of the 11 players who started Sunday’s Sheffield derby joined the Blades in the summer, as Wilder rejuvenated the squad.

Match-winner Tyrese Campbell and Callum O’Hare, who got the assist for the goal, both joined on free transfers in the summer.

Of the new players, only goalkeeper Michael Cooper and full-back Harrison Burrows were signed for fees from Plymouth and Peterborough respectively.

Wilder praised the attitude the squad have shown in the first third of the season as he looks to challenge for his third promotion with his hometown club.

“It was time to make changes in terms of players and the way we play,” he added.

“A lot of hard work went into the summer recruitment but it’s down to the players and their attitudes. I’m enjoying working with them.

“You’ve seen the scenes at the end, subs who didn’t get on and other players are all going out on the pitch.

“The way they all get on is fabulous to see.”