‘Sky’s the limit for Blades midfielder Peck’

Sydie Peck scored a 19-minute hat-trick as Sheffield United beat Preston North End 3-2, prompting manager Chris Wilder to praise the midfielder’s performances. The result highlights Peck’s growing influence at the club, where he is becoming a regular starter and a key player.

The 22-year-old now has four goals and three assists this season, putting him on course to surpass last campaign’s totals of five goals and five assists. He is also a regular for England’s under-21s and ranks highly among Championship midfielders in several performance measures; Wilder has spoken of his potential to captain United, while Premier League clubs have previously shown interest.