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Chris Wilder "delighted" to sign new long-term contract at Sheffield United

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder says he's delighted to have signed a new long-term contract wi...



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Chris Wilder "delighted" to sign new long-term contract at Sheffield United

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder says he's delighted to have signed a new long-term contract with the club.

The four and a half year deal runs until the summer of 2024 - and the club have the option to extend it by a further 12 months.

Wilder has guided United from League One to the Premier League since taking charge in May 2016.

"Naturally, I'm delighted to sign a new deal until 2024 and commit to the club that is close to my heart," he told Sheffield United's website.

"I am grateful to Prince Abdullah for taking the initiative and offering this contract, we've had a great few years and hopefully we can continue the upward curve. Let's see how far we can go on this journey."

Blades owner Prince Abdullah felt it was important to secure Wilder's future at the club:

"Chris has played an integral role in our recent and current success and we want him at the helm in the future, driving us forward, hence the new long-term contract.

"He is a dynamic leader, with whom the supporters connect and it is important that we have someone of his stature leading this club on the field.

"January is a very important month but securing the signature of Chris was paramount and underpins all the plans we have for the club over the next few years."

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