Sheffield United faced competition from Wrexham for the signing of Burnley defender Joe Worrall. Wrexham has secured his signing.

Ben Jacobs reported that Sheffield United are working on a deal to sign Joe Worrall on loan from Burnley. He added that nothing is done yet, but talks are to continue in the coming days.

Sheffield United are keen to sign Burnley's Joe Worrall. According to Alan Nixon on his Patreon, Chris Wilder is considering Worrall for a central defensive role. Burnley would prefer a fee in a sale, but the two clubs could agree to a loan deal. It appears possible for Joe Worrall to leave Burnley, and the club seems willing to sanction a loan. A small loan fee and a portion of his wages will have to be paid, and these costs are expected to be affordable for Sheffield United. A transfer could proceed quickly if all parties are willing to make an agreement.

Sheffield United could not finalise a move for Joe Worrall before Monday’s deadline, after FLW had revealed that the player from Burnley was a target. The 29-year-old will remain at Turf Moor until at least the summer. Jimmy, a Sheffield United fan pundit from the Blades Ramble podcast, expressed hope that the club will attempt to sign Joe Worrall again in the summer. Jimmy stated that he loves Worrall as a defender and that Worrall is a leader, strong, determined, and a very Sheffield United type player. He added it would not surprise him if the club made an attempt to sign him in the summer. The pundit also said he would love for Worrall to play for the team, but is not surprised the transfer did not happen in January. A deal may be difficult if Burnley are relegated, as the clubs could be promotion rivals.