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Billy Sharp targets Sheffield United manager’s job after calling time on playing career

The former Blades striker reflects on a 22-year career and explains why he is determined to work his way into management at Bramall Lane.

Billy Sharp in action for Doncaster Rovers against Exeter City

Billy Sharp has announced his intention to one day manage boyhood club Sheffield United after bringing the curtain down on a glittering 22-year career.

The 40-year-old scored 299 career goals for the likes of Southampton, Nottingham Forest, Leeds United, Hull City, Scunthorpe United, Reading and Doncaster Rovers.
However, he is best remembered for his two spells at Bramall Lane, the second of which saw the Blades rise from League One to the Premier League before finishing ninth in the top-flight under current gaffer Chris Wilder in 2019-20.
Wilder offered Sharp a coaching role during the summ...

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