Sheffield United are closing in on a deal for 19-year-old Nigerian winger Christian Nwachukwu from Bulgarian side Botev Plovdiv.
The four-time FA Cup winners are strengthening their squad as they push for Premier League promotion, with Nwachukwu emerging as one of the most exciting young talents in the Bulgarian Professional League.
This season, the pacey winger has registered four goals and three assists across all competitions.
Primarily a left winger, Nwachukwu is also comfortable playing on the right or through the middle, making him a versatile attacking option.
According to The Telegraph, Sheffield United are working to finalize deals for two attacking players before the winter transfer window closes. In addition to Nwachukwu, the Blades are set to sign Peruvian forward Jefferson Caceres from FCB Melgar. The 22-year-old has recorded 11 goals and nine assists in 60 appearances for the Peruvian club.
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Both signings are seen as moves to bolster squad depth rather than immediate first-team additions.
Currently sitting second in the EFL Championship, two points behind leaders Leeds United, Sheffield United are determined to secure promotion back to the Premier League.
Their pursuit of Nwachukwu reflects a long-term strategy, given the club’s mixed track record with developing young talent in the top flight.
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Sheffield United return to action at Bramall Lane against Portsmouth, former club of Nigerian legend Nwankwo Kanu, with Pompey struggling on the road—winning just two of their last eight games—the Blades will be hopeful of securing three points.
