Journalist makes transfer prediction on Sheffield United loanee ahead of summer window

Sheffield United loanee Morgan Gibbs-White won’t be short of interest from other sides if he is made available for a transfer this summer, according to the view of journalist Pete O’Rourke who spoke to Give Me Sport.

The 22-year-old is currently shining at Bramall Lane after taking the temporary step down to the Championship, recording 10 goals and seven assists in 32 league appearances and has played an integral part in the Blades’ promotion push.

However, his future beyond the summer is currently unclear with Wolverhampton Wanderers managing to thrive in his absence and this could potentially open the door for the 22-year-old to make a permanent exit in the summer.

Current loan side United are one side that may want him back regardless of which division they are competing in next term, though they probably won’t be able to strike a permanent deal for his services under their current ownership if they remain in the second tier after spending very conservatively in the previous two windows.

They are currently the subject of a takeover bid from US businessman Henry Mauriss, though it’s unclear whether that will make any difference in terms of negotiating a longer-term agreement for Gibbs-White with the need to abide by the EFL’s profitability and sustainability rules in their current division.

The Blades may face another barrier in recruiting the 22-year-old again though and that’s competition from elsewhere. Reporter O’Rourke doesn’t think he will be short of interest in the coming months.

He said: “If Wolves do decide to cash in on him, I’m sure there’ll be a lot of takers for him.

“So, it’s a big decision for Wolves and for Gibbs-White this summer, because I’m sure he’s got that taste of first-team football.

“He’ll be