David McGoldrick is beloved by Blades despite his lack of cutting edge | Paul Doyle

10 January 2020 09:59
McGoldrick is to Sheffield United what Roberto Firmino is to Liverpool – minus the goals. Seldom, if ever, has a misfiring striker inspired such devotionOf all the special relationships in the Premier League, the one between Sheffield United and David McGoldrick may just be the most beautiful. The club has, of course, been a delight in many regards this season, sweeping into the top flight with no airs and plenty of grace, defying the expectations of all those hollering experts who thought the Blades were still managed by Neil Warnock.Chris Wilder has expanded the minds not only of people too highbrow to know what goes on in the nether leagues, but also of busy coaches who appreciate creative thinking. Overlapping centre-backs is an innovation that will catch on. But it is McGoldrick’s extraordinary role for Sheffield United that has really raised a smile this season. For who cannot love a striker who is a strong contender to be his club’s player of the season despite not scoring a single goal? Related: Jack Rodwell has ‘point to prove at highest level’ with Sheffield United Related: Sheffield United hold on for nervy FA Cup win over non-league AFC Fylde Continue readingreadfullarticle

Source: TheGuardian