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3.54pm - Round up of today's news

Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday LIVE

3.18pm - Woodburn spotted at Bramall Lane

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It looks like a matter of time before Ben Woodburn will be announced as a Sheffield United player as he's been spotted outside Bramall Lane this afternoon.
The 18-year-old has reportedly undergone a medical and will join Chris Wilder's side on a one year loan deal from Liverpool.

2.57pm - OTD in 1993 Owls 1-1 Celtic

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On this day 25 years ago Sheffield Wednesday drew 1-1 with Scottish giants Celtic in a pre-season friendly at Celtic Park.
Two second half goals from Celtic's Frank McAvennie and Wednesday's Paul Warhurst ensured the honours were even in front of 25,000 fans.
A Chris Waddle wonder pass set Warhust up for a 61st minute equaliser.

2.15pm - Is Woodburn what Sheffield United need?

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1.14pm - United gearing up for season opener against Swansea

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Not long to go until the start of the Championship season and Sheffield United's opening match against relegated Swansea City.
United, who have added John Egan, Dean Henderson and David McGoldrick to the squad during the transfer window, will look to improve on last season's 10th place finish.

12.35pm - Transfer rumours link Owls players with exit

More Sheffield Wednesday players could be headed for the exit at Hillsborough if the rumours are to be believed.
The Yorkshire Post report that both Fernando Forestieri and Keiren Westwood are wanted by other clubs this window, as Jos Luhukay trims his squad.
Read more Championship transfer rumours here.

12.03pm - Woodburn having Blades medical

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Sheffield United's proposed loan deal for Liverpool youngster Ben Woodburn seems to be moving quickly, as the midfielder is reportedly undergoing a medical.
Woodburn had emerged as a target for Aston Villa, but rumours suggested Jurgen Klopp saw Bramall Lane as the better location for the 18-year-old to spend the season on loan.

11.42am - Wednesday fans react to ticket prices

Sheffield Wednesday fans have reacted to the price list for 2018/19 match day tickets, with one supporters' group labelled it 'eye watering'.
The club has stuck with a seven-tier structure, which has been in place since 2015, with tickets priced as high as £49 for some games. The cheapest ticket under the structure would be £20 for an adult but the team's first home game against Hull City on August 11 has been classed as a Category B game - the second highest - and will cost fans paying on the day at least £39.
Read more here.

11.25am - United interested in midfielder Freeman

Sheffield United are interested in signing Luke Freeman from QPR, with the midfielder valued at around £3million.
The 26-year-old is also of interest to Middlesbrough and West Brom, although QPR boss Steve McClaren insists the club is under no pressure to sell.

10.35am - Klopp wants Woodburn to join Blades

Jurgen Klopp's preferred destination for Liverpool youngster Ben Woodburn this season is Bramall Lane, according to Talksport.
Aston Villa have also joined the race to secure the 18-year-old on loan for the season as he looks to gain valuable first team experience away from Anfield.
Blades boss Chris Wilder has previously expressed an interest in Woodburn as a replacement for David Brooks.

10.20am - Wednesday issue statement on allegations

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Sheffield Wednesday have released a statement following racism allegations submitted to the FA and Nottinghamshire Police by Mansfield Town.
The allegation states racist abuse was directed at Stags captain Krystian Pearce during a pre-season friendly between the two sides, which descended into chaos at full-time.
Wednesday's statement said: "Sheffield Wednesday are aware of the very serious allegations made following the pre-season friendly with Mansfield Town on Tuesday 24 July.
The club vehemently refutes any form of racist abuse on our part and will vigorously defend itself should the need arise."

9.51am - O'Connell attracting interest?

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Sheffield United's Jack O'Connell was linked with a move away from Bramall Lane earlier in the window and last night Chris Wilder confirmed the Blades had turned down bids for the defender.
Speaking to BBC Radio Sheffield's Football Heaven show, United boss Wilder confirmed that the club had rejected a £5.5million bid for the 24-year-old.
O'Connell is wanted by Premier League clubs including Brighton & Hove Albion, but United insisted that they wanted to keep him at the club earlier in the window when they signed John Egan.

9.25am - Wednesday preparing for Wigan on Saturday

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It's just a few more days until league football is back and Sheffield Wednesday are preparing to get the season underway with their visit to Wigan on Saturday.
The Owls, who will aim to improve on last season's 15th place finish, travel to the DW Stadium for the 3pm kick off.
If the goals scored in the last four matches between the two clubs are anything to go by, the game should be a good one.

9.01am - Harry Maguire's a Love Island fan

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It looks like ex-Sheffield United defender Harry Maguire is a fan of Love Island after he tweeted about the final of the dating show last night.
The contestants, who haven't had any contact with the world outside the villa, will have no idea about Maguire's World Cup heroics or the Three Lions' run to the semi-final.
What a tournament they missed!

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