Sharp set to return to boost Blades promotion push

Posted Friday, April 26, 2019 by PA

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder is confident striker Billy Sharp will be back in contention for his promotion-chasers against bottom club Ipswich.

The Blades are three points clear of third-placed Leeds and could overtake leaders Norwich, who play later on Saturday, via goal difference should they beat the relegated Suffolk side.

Sharp has missed the past two matches with a hamstring problem, but Wilder expects the 23-goal striker to be involved.

Midfielder Chris Basham continues to recover from his own hamstring issue.

Relegated Ipswich will have defender Myles Kenlock back in contention for the trip to South Yorkshire.

Kenlock has returned to training following a hamstring injury, but on-loan Leicester full-back Callum Elder could retain his place.

Town boss Paul Lambert made seven changes for the 1-0 home defeat by Swansea on Easter Monday, when striker Will Keane led the attack and Dean Gerken returned in goal.

Midfielder Gwion Edwards will be monitored as he manages a niggling groin issue, while striker Ellis Harrison (back) and midfielder Emyr Huws (knee) continue their recovery.