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Some Sheffield United fans fear for Chris Wilder’s future

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The Sheffield United manager has led the Blades to two promotions in three full seasons at Bramall Lane.

Sheffield United players and fans celebrate scoring during English Premier League between Sheffield United and Crystal Palace at Bramall Lane Ground, Sheffield, England on 18 August 2019

Some Sheffield United fans fear for Chris Wilder’s future after Monday’s High Court verdict.

Kevin McCabe and Prince Abdullah Bin Mosaad Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, were involved in a months-long legal battle over their 50-50 ownership of United.

But it was ruled on Monday that McCabe, a lifelong Blades fan who sold half his stake in the club to Prince Abdullah in 2013, must now hand over the rest for just £5 million.

It was claimed in court that Wilder could leave his position as manager of Sheffield United if the Saudi was given full control.

Sheffield United manager  head coach Chris Wilder during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Burton Albion and Sheffield United at Pirelli Stadium on July 16, 2019 in Burton-upon-Trent,...

And the following of a Blades persuasion were quick to express their concern…

Despite that, Prince Abdullah has already pledged his support to Wilder, whom he referenced in a statement after the verdict was delivered.

Sheffield United were a third-tier club when Prince Abdullah’s involvement began, but are currently 15th in the Premier League in spite of their owners’ long-running feud.

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