Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has confirmed that the club are in talks with Rabbi Matondo over a possible transfer after the Wales winger trained with the Championship side. The update matters because it moves the proposed move beyond initial speculation, although no agreement or signing has yet been announced.

Matondo, 25, is under contract with Norwegian club Brann but has been told he is not part of its plans and has been permitted to explore a move. Wilder said United were also carrying out medical checks because of the player’s previous fitness issues, while describing him as an exciting winger capable of beating opponents; Matondo has featured in several pre-season matches.