SUFC News: Wilder makes Kitching transfer admission as City man catches eye – sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder said Liam Kitching chose a season-long loan to Bramall Lane to secure regular playing time, despite the option of remaining with a Premier League club. The move gives United another defensive option as Kitching had fallen down the pecking order at Coventry City.
The 26-year-old joined from Coventry, where he had been part of the Championship title-winning side. Wilder said the opportunity arose late in the transfer window; Coventry had added three centre-backs, limiting Kitching’s prospects of playing regularly.
- Kitching joined Sheffield United on a season-long loan.
- Wilder said regular football was central to the move.
- Three new Coventry centre-backs reduced Kitching’s chances.
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Liam Kitching is a 26-year-old centre-back who was at Coventry City, a club that won the English Championship title. He had been a regular player in their squad, contributing to their success in the second tier.
Coventry City added three new centre-backs to their squad, which left Kitching with fewer opportunities to play regularly. Players will often move clubs to guarantee consistent playing time, even from successful sides with strong resources.
Sheffield United have brought Kitching in on loan for the season to strengthen their defence. The move provides him with regular football whilst giving the club additional defensive options.