Tom Cannon ‘pretty close’ to Sheffield United transfer says Chris Wilder

“I’ve been focussing on the Swansea game but there’s been work going on in the background such as a medical, which is fairly common knowledge.

Sunderland were also in talks to sign Tom Cannon. Picture: Bradley Collyer/PA Wire.

Tom Cannon is 'pretty close' to completing his £10m transfer from Leicester City, according to Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder.

The Blades maintained their quest for an immediate Premier League return by racking up a third successive win, coming from behind to beat Swansea City 2-1 in Wales.