Experience added as Sheffield United bring in defender Richard Stearman
SHEFFIELD UNITED have signed experienced central defender Richard Stearman for an undisclosed fee.
The 30-year-old has penned a three-year deal after joining from Fulham.
Stearman spent last season on loan at Wolves and impressed during his time in the Midlands.
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Hide AdThe signing brings Chris Wilder’s search for a seasoned central defensive leader with Championship experience to an end, although he is still keen on bringing another back-four option.
Meanwhile, captain Billy Sharp, utility man Chris Basham and midfielder Paul Coutts have verbally agreed two-year contract extensions with an option of a third.