Sheffield United vs Swansea - Woodburn and Bryan could make Sheffield United debuts

Posted Friday, August 03, 2018 by PA

Sheffield United’s latest signings Ben Woodburn and Kean Bryan are expected to be included in the squad for the home game against Swansea.

Liverpool winger Woodburn, on a season-long loan, and defender Bryan, signed on a free transfer from Manchester City, both arrived this week and will hope to be involved.

Blades boss Chris Wilder has all his first-team squad available barring midfielder Paul Coutts, who is closing in on his return to action after breaking his leg in November.

Summer signings John Egan, David McGoldrick and goalkeeper Dean Henderson are all in contention for their Blades debuts.

Swansea’s new manager Graham Potter could be short of players in his first game in charge of the club.

Since the Swans were relegated in May over a dozen players have departed, with several more linked with moves away from the Liberty Stadium.

Sam Clucas and Leroy Fer will miss the start of the season as they recover from long-term injury, while Wilfried Bony is on compassionate leave following the recent death of his father.

Summer signings Bersant Celina and Barrie McKay are in contention, defender Mike van der Hoorn (groin) is hoping to be fit and Sweden full-back Martin Olsson will be assessed after recently returning from World Cup duty.