Chris Wilder: Sheffield United reappoint manager just three months after he left following Ruben Selles sacking

Ruben Selles replaced Chris Wilder at Bramall Lane in June; Sheffield United sit bottom of the Championship after five straight defeats in the second tier and one goal scored; Selles was sacked on Sunday; Wilder returns for his third spell in charge of the Blades.

Sheffield United have reappointed Chris Wilder after parting ways with the 57-year-old only three months ago.

Wilder has signed a three-year deal and will return to Bramall Lane to take charge of this Saturday’s home game against Charlton in the Championship.

He returns for his third spell as manager of the Blades, after being replaced by Ruben Selles on June 18 after United were beaten in last season’s Championship play-off final.

A club statement read: “Following a difficult start to the season, the board felt it necessary to make a change in order to stabilise performances and strengthen our push for promotion. While the adoption of a different style of play was pursued with ambition, results have clearly not met expectations.

“Chris Wilder returns with proven leadership and an unparalleled understanding of Sheffield United. We are confident he is the right person to restore momentum, unite the squad and supporters, and deliver the results necessary to achieve our objectives this season.