Although he didn’t start the season particularly well, it’s safe to say Sheffield United have missed experienced defender John Egan this term. The 31-year-old Irish centre-back featured just six times in the Premier League before going down with an achilles injury in the away fixture against West Ham United.
John Egan’s future at Sheffield United remains uncertain following his prolonged injury spell, with the club emphasising they won’t engage in any “emotional signings.” The 31-year-old defender has been sidelined since September due to an Achilles injury, raising questions about his contract renewal.
John Egan is optimistic about his recovery after undergoing surgery for a significant injury sustained during the match against West Ham in September. The Blades captain, sidelined until the new year, provided an update on his rehabilitation process approximately six weeks after the operation.
Sheffield United faces the prospect of another significant setback as defender John Egan is poised for an extended spell on the sidelines. Egan, who limped off during the 2-0 defeat at West Ham, was seen leaving the stadium on crutches.
Captain John Egan departed the field with a limp during Sheffield United’s 2-0 loss to West Ham, adding to the woes of the Blades, who remain winless and stuck at the bottom of the Premier League table.
Sheffield United's players need to take responsibility for their dismal display at the weekend. The Blades were beaten 8-0 by Newcastle United at home in the Premier League on Sunday.
Before a ball was kicked in the Premier League, Sheffield United’s hopes of staying up was largely dependent on the form of some key defensive players such as Anel Ahmedhodzic and John Egan.
Paul Heckingbottom opted not to field John Egan against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, considering the Sheffield United captain’s return from international duty with the Republic of Ireland, during which he sustained knee and ankle injuries.
John Egan has had a difficult time in his early reign as Sheffield United’s captain this season, after taking on the responsibility when Billy Sharp left the club this summer.
Sheffield United fans can breathe a sigh of relief as it has been revealed that John Egan’s injury, which led to his early substitution in Saturday’s draw with Everton, does not seem to be serious.
The Blades crashed out of the Carabao Cup at their first hurdle, against Lincoln City, after a flat performance and a poor penalty shoot-out on Tuesday evening.
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