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After concluding a 15-year tenure with Leeds United this summer, Jamie Shackleton made a short move across Yorkshire to join Sheffield United.
The 24-year-old accumulated 94 appearances for his childhood club, but a shortage of regular first-team opportunities ultimately led him to depart from Elland Road. With his contract with the Whites expiring, he signed with Chris Wilder’s team at Bramall Lane after their relegation from the Premier League, as the Steel City club aims for an immediate return to the top flight.
However, Shackleton’s transition hasn’t been entirely smooth, as he faced an injury setback that has delayed his impact in his new environment.
Jamie Shackleton’s Injury Hinders Sheffield United Progress
Shackleton’s Sheffield United journey began on a challenging note in July when he injured his knee during a pre-season friendly against Rotherham United, sidelining him for over a month. He was forced to leave the field at the New York Stadium after a 50/50 challenge required extensive treatment, causing him to miss the start of the 24/25 Championship season.
In fact, the former Leeds player only made his debut for the club in the last match before the recent international break, coming on as a substitute in a 1-0 victory over Watford. He managed to play 30 minutes that day, contributing to the Blades’ win over the Hornets, and later appeared in the final minutes of a 2-0 win against Hull City earlier in the month.
With Wilder’s team off to a strong start this season, the Blades’ manager hasn’t seen much need to alter his lineup significantly, leaving Shackleton still waiting for his first start with his new team.
Chris Wilder Praises Jamie Shackleton’s Influence at Sheffield United
While Shackleton may not have logged as many minutes as he would have preferred so far this season, he has already impressed his new manager. Wilder shared his thoughts on the summer signing earlier this month, stating, “Personality” is what he will bring to the squad after making his debut.
Wilder added, “I didn’t think there was a lot of personality in that group last year. It was a challenging group. We needed to infuse personality into the team, and we’ve accomplished that.”
Wilder emphasized, “Personality is crucial for us, and I felt we showcased that against Watford. It had to be a performance rich in character.”
This feedback will surely encourage Shackleton as he continues to work toward full fitness in the coming weeks, with a first start in the red and white likely on the horizon. Drawing from his experience at Leeds United and a successful loan at Millwall, the 24-year-old is poised to make significant contributions to the Blades as the season progresses, with the goal of securing a top-six finish by season’s end.