Experience added as Sheffield United bring in defender Richard Stearman

SHEFFIELD UNITED have signed experienced central defender Richard Stearman for an undisclosed fee.
New Sheffield United signing, Richard Stearman . Picture: Simon Bellis/SportimageNew Sheffield United signing, Richard Stearman . Picture: Simon Bellis/Sportimage
New Sheffield United signing, Richard Stearman . Picture: Simon Bellis/Sportimage

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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The 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.