Sheffield United

A transfer embargo prevents clubs from signing players until they have met their financial obligations or corrected the breach that saw them placed under the ...

The cost for that has only just been met. The non-payment of the transfer fee shines further light on the club's cash-flow issues. This is common place and nothing out of the ordinary. The club is currently the subject of a takeover attempt, but the embargo is not in relation to that and is simply a direct result of defaulting on the payments. Sheffield United have been slapped with a January transfer embargo after defaulting on payment owed to another club. [United owner Prince Abdullah](https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/all-about/prince-abdullah) invested between £15m-£20m into the club in the summer to help ease some of their financial pressure. [but that has since been lifted following investment from the clubs' owners](https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/football/news/sheffield-united-notebook-jack-lester-25892139). [suffered during the winter months at their Randox Health Academy training base due to a delay in being able to afford the undersoil heating on their new pitch](https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/football/news/sheffield-united-notebook-takeover-preparations-26004350). Clubs often stagger the payments over the course of the player's contract. [black hole that can only be addressed with promotion to the Premier League, significant investment or player sales](https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/football/news/sheffield-united-qa-takeover-latest-25967415). It is understood the club is still paying off the transfer fees for some of the signings made during their time in the Premier League. United are in breach of regulation 52.2.3 of EFL rules, which states: "If a club is in default of payments due to another club under a transfer or compensation agreement the club shall be subject to a registration embargo, such that it shall not be permitted to register any player with that club without the prior written consent of the league until such times as the agreement is honoured."

The embargo reporting service of the league reports that United have breached EFL guideline 52.2.3, which concerns the default of payments to another club “ ...

“You get a list of the assets and obligations, any outstanding amounts for VAT and loans, you get access to the full list and it does have an impact on the price. So any deals have to have the backing of the EFL. It’s difficult to say for sure but it may add another layer of complexity to the ongoing takeover deal. All Sheffield United have to do is pay the right amount of money to the other club and then the embargo will be lifted.” But it’s understood that in this instance, embargoes are the go-to ‘punishment’ rather than any on-field sanction such as points deductions - which are usually reserved for breaches of profit and sustainability rules. “Sometimes takeovers drag on and you can understand from the perspective of the existing owner, they don’t want the money to go out. To prevent embargoed clubs selling players would seem counterproductive anyway, considering that for many may be the only way to raise the funds necessary to get out of it. They’ve had a bit of a warning and have either been unable or chose not to comply with it and now they’ve gone on the embargo service. That has been seen at other clubs but with the depth of United’s squad, would not appear to apply here. To reach that threshold players must have played one professional game, for any club, excluding in the EFL Trophy. “If a club is late paying a transfer instalment, the selling club first of all asks the buying club, ie Sheffield United,” Maguire told The Star. We spoke to football finance expert Kieran Maguire, author of the Price of Football book and a lecturer at Liverpool University, for some insight...

NO CHANGE at the top of our latest Yorkshire Post Power Rankings list with a Steel City 'one-two', closely followed by Middlesbrough.

8: Huddersfield Town LWWLLD (=) So, so close to getting off to the best possible start in their trilogy of away matches, only to concede a heart-breaking late leveller at Hull. One of a host of sides still with a play-off whiff in their nostrils in League Two. The Reds are ranked eighth in League One's latest six-match form guide. Loads to look forward to for the Owls, who have major momentum - even without Barry Bannan. Only Burnley, the side above them in the Championship, have better statistics. The latest is here, with results based on league and cup.

Sheffield United have been hit with a punishment from the EFL ahead of their Championship encounter with Hull City at Bramall Lane tonight.

[Vice-chairman Tan Kesler spells out Hull City's Championship ambition](https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/tan-kesler-hull-city-ambition-8053302) [Hull City have found an identity under Liam Rosenior as manager explains new confidence](https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/football/hull-city-liam-rosenior-confidence-8050966) [Acun Ilicali's Hull City promises eventful 2023 with lessons learned and billionaire involvement](https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/acun-ilicalis-hull-city-promises-8045554) [Hull City's final-day Championship clash moved to avoid King Charles coronation clash](https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/hull-citys-final-day-championship-8050372) [Acun Ilicali sets out Hull City 'top six' plan and reflects on anniversary highs and lows](https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/acun-ilicali-hull-city-anniversary-8046073) With the club in the midst of a takeover attempt, it's not believed to be an issue with that but simply a result of them defaulting on their payments. [Tigers ](https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/all-about/hull-city)will travel to Bramall Lane tonight as Liam Rosenior's side look to secure their third win in four matches in the Championship over a side they've not beaten in their last six meetings. That rule states: "If a club is in default of payments due to another club under a transfer or compensation agreement the club shall be subject to a registration embargo, such that it shall not be permitted to register any player with that club without the prior written consent of the league until such times as the agreement is honoured." The Blades have long been suffering financial issues, a complete contrast to their play on the pitch which has seen them comfortably take hold of second, just five points off league leaders Burnley and 11 points ahead of Watford in third. The EFL confirmed the punishment on their website where they noted the Yorkshire club had breached regulation 52.2.3 of EFL rules, joining Reading as the two teams in the league with transfer embargoes.

The Blades entertain the Tigers at Bramall Lane in this evening's Championship encounter.

They are five without loss, having won four and have not suffered defeat to Hull on home soil in a league match since Boxing Day, 2010. They have only lost once since he took over, and the gap to the relegation zone has increased. That is 11 points and may well continue to grow.

Latest Derby County news from DerbyshireLive brings you what is happening at the Blades and with striker Will Osula who spent time on loan at the Rams.

"He is suspended at the minute and then he's cup-tied," he said. There had been talk of Osula joining another club this month on loan but boss Paul Heckingbottom has confirmed he will not be on the move. "He's going to stay. [Paul Warne shoots down Norwich City rumour](https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/derby-county-transfers-eiran-cashin-8051517) [Son of Derby County hero seals European transfer](https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/derby-county-transfers-markus-poom-8042561) [Derby notebook: Smith's words to Warne, Anang's bad luck and signing straight to work](https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/derby-county-news-gossip-rumours-8040449) [How Will Osula is getting on at Sheffield United after Derby County exit](https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/derby-county-will-osula-transfer-8042680) [Derby transfer confirmed as highly-rated prospect rejoins non-league club](https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/derby-county-january-transfer-news-8024238) [Have your say in the comments section.](https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/derby-county-sheffield-united-osula-8056723#comments-wrapper) Osula's last act in a Derby shirt was a red card as a substitute in the 4-0 win over Accrington Stanley which earned him a three-match ban.

We're live from Bramall Lane as the Tigers take on the Blades.

all my childhood basically around Sheffield United and didn't know anything different until I came here. We're back with another Hull City matchday blog and we've got a Yorkshire derby to bring you as the Tigers travel to Bramall Lane to take on Sheffield United. I'm not too sure!" "I basically spent all my time... "Obviously we played them earlier on in the season, and last year we played them as well but now it's a completely different group to what they played against earlier in the season so I'm looking forward to it. Welcome along to this evening's live Hull City coverage as the Tigers travel to South Yorkshire to take on Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.

The Blades, on course for promotion to the Premier League, have been listed as one of two Sky Bet Championship clubs, alongside Reading, under an embargo on ...

The club would like to thank the EFL for its assistance and taking into account a number of unique circumstances. "The board of directors would like to assure supporters that promotion to the Premier League remains the primary objective this season and will continue to support Paul Heckingbottom and the team." The club said: "Club officials remain in constant dialogue with relevant stakeholders, with the aim of working to a resolution early next week.

Liam Rosenior believes Sheffield United "will get promoted" this season. The Hull City boss made the claim as he prepares to bring his side to Bramall Lane ...

I used to be on Sky saying how good they were back then." "I know Jack Lester is there and they have Stuart McCall. "They are a very good team and they’ll get promoted, I have no doubt about it. So we have to deal with their threats, but also play our own game." They have been particularly strong on the road, having not tasted defeat away from the MKM Stadium since October. There are not many weaknesses in that team.

The 23-year-old started his career with the Blades and has admitted that it'll be 'strange' to face his boyhood club with the Tigers.

"Definitely my old man - if you spoke to him, he'd say the best outcome would be a draw," he said. It's definitely a two-way conversation because he understands the game quite well so we have some debates, discussions. I really enjoy talking to him after the game, especially when he's been to watch because I know he's always going to give me honest answers. all my childhood basically around Sheffield United and didn't know anything different until I came here. I'm not too sure!" "I basically spent all my time...

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Sheffield United are under a transfer embargo as worries over a points deduction and the takeover emerge from local reports.

Whether or not this causes any sort of friction between the prospective new owner and Prince Abdullah remains to be seen. Will the It’s been claimed by the EFL that United have failed to pay a certain amount of money under a certain agreement for a player transfer.

The Blades strengthened their grip on the automatic promotion places with a hard-earned 1-0 win at home to the Tigers.

Referee Darren Bond then did well to spot Benjamin Tetteh's attempted headbutt on the striker as the teams lined up inside the United area for a free-kick five minutes from time and Tetteh was duly shown his marching orders. He had a great chance to then make it 2-0 and double his tally when slipped in on goal by Berge but his effort was straight at the keeper. He had featured in just two cameo appearances following the World Cup break as he struggled to overcome an ankle injury. The three points have opened up a 14-point lead to third-place Watford ahead of their match tomorrow. It is hoped the embargo could be lifted next week as United look to address their financial issues. He found the net in the FA Cup third-round win at Millwall and also caught the eye when he came off the bench 20 minutes from time in the 3-1 win over Stoke City last time out. United had chances to kill the game in both halves but failed to take their opportunities and it made for a nervous second half as Hull, who have been impressive away from home, pushed for an equaliser. It's in this position that United see the best of him. And he repaid his manager's faith within four minutes, pouncing from Ndiaye's pass to fire United in front. Given the day's earlier news about United's transfer embargo, a win sent the fans home happy. The Norwegian was much improved on recent performances. Sheffield United continued their impressive form with another three points at home to Hull City.

Daniel Jebbison's first league goal for Sheffield United since May 2021 secured a narrow 1-0 home win over Hull. The 19-year-old striker ended his 18-game ...

After the break, a stretching John Egan failed to fully extend Ingram at his far post, while a curling attempt with the outside of his boot from Doyle was headed away from the visitors' goal by Jones. But the hosts finished the half the stronger, with Tommy Doyle's curling effort from the edge of the area tipped around an upright by Ingram and Berge heading over after exchanging passes with Jebbison. But the Blades were only denied a second of the night when Alfie Jones made a brilliant block to thwart Jayden Bogle after he had latched on to a big boot forward by Foderingham.

Sheffield United's promotion push rumbled on as they secured another three points at home to Hull City this evening.

Later booked early and walked a tightrope for the rest of the game Always looked a threat going forward and gives United an extra dimension from that wing-back position His kicking was a little erratic at times but he handled everything thrown at him well

TAKEOVER talk, a seemingly endless succession of injuries, Covid postponements, training ground issues and now a transfer embargo.

The night of one who stayed on in Connolly was summed up when he blazed a shot into the night sky. The loanee missed a huge early chance on an occasion when little went right. A bad Friday. Ndiaye’s judgement was awry when picked out by in front of goal before Heckingbottom called for more seniority in McBurnie - making his return from injury after a month out - and Chris Basham to see the game out. A team 14 points clear of third place. This is a team for all weathers.

Aaron Connolly comes in for his first start in Hull City colours for the Yorkshire derby against second-placed Sheffield United.

Paul Heckingbottom insisted the English Football League's decision to place Sheffield United under a transfer embargo will not distract his players from the ...

[Sheffield United](/topic/sheffield-united) acknowledges the announcement of sanctions imposed relating to EFL regulation 52.2.3,” a United spokesperson said. The punishment imposed on United relates to the non-payment of a debt relating to a previous purchase. We’re working hard with the EFL and it’s up to the powers that be.”

Hull City's six-match unbeaten run came to an end as Daniel Jebbison's early goal earned second-placed Sheffield United a narrow victory.

Five added minutes were signalled by the fourth official but it was the Blades who went closest to another goal as Bogle warmed the palms of Ingram with a firm drive at his near post. The Tigers’ hopes of salvaging a point were hit with six minutes left as Tetteh was dismissed following an off-the-ball altercation with Oliver McBurnie while waiting for Seri to deliver a free-kick. The Tigers, though, were living on the edge as a slick Sheffield United team, with the chance to go 14 points clear of third-placed Watford, attacked with verve and vigour.

Heckingbottom, fresh from leading Sheffield United to a tenth victory in 12 Championship outings, admits the situation is far from ideal.

Even [Reda Khadra](https://theathletic.com/football/player/reda-khadra-k7q6NvJ739rvhQLC/) cutting short his loan from Brighton & Hove Albion — and the subsequent saving in wages — barely changed the situation. The matter has since been resolved and the undersoil system connected. Even if the embargo is lifted, this week’s revelations will concern supporters. However, a delay in connecting the under soil system on cost grounds meant it could only be used intermittently amid a cold snap before Christmas. Heckingbottom agreed to dip into his playing budget for the season to install a new state-of-the-art surface, including undersoil heating and improved drainage, at United’s training ground. Heckingbottom has stuck vehemently to the public line that he still wants a replacement. “We are working hard to deal with it but I leave that to the powers-that-be to sort out. It is not yet clear how much money is involved but club officials are confident the matter will be resolved “next week” and the embargo lifted. These include outstanding sums in the deals that brought This is just another. I’m not going to get involved. [Sander Berge](https://theathletic.com/football/player/sander-berge-1U0AM1mZrYhL0zSI/), [Rhian Brewster](https://theathletic.com/football/player/rhian-brewster-6XUTaurlPDyy0m4h/) and Oli McBurnie to Bramall Lane.

The Blades boss watched his side beat Hull City 1-0 last night before giving his thoughts about the club's EFL transfer embargo.

We have been very open with each other in terms of dealing with things and we have tried to get the best outcomes. "I will leave that to the powers that be to sort out. That was the message to the players. "The difference is this one is public. "The club has put a statement out and I don't have any more information to share than that," he said. We have put a good squad together and got ourselves in a good position in the league and whatever the outcome is we will roll with it. And this is another thing. "I think we have done well and this will be a situation where whatever happens we will make the best of it and deal with it. The embargo will be lifted if those financial commitments can be met. The club issued a statement before yesterday's 1-0 win over Hull City where they revealed they were 'working towards a resolution early next week'. "The EFL has sanctioned us and we are going to be working hard to deal with it. [Sheffield United](https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/all-about/sheffield-united-fc) also subject of a [takeover attempt right now](https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/sport/football/news/sheffield-united-takeover-prospective-owner-25997709), there is a lot of uncertainty in the air but the fact his players were able to continue their impressive form did not come as a surprise to [the Blades boss](https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/all-about/sheffield-united-fc).