Sheffield United Sign Former Premier League Midfielder, Striker; Newcastle Defender Loaned Middlesbrough

Sheffield United have been active in the summer transfer window, signing several notable players to strengthen their squad following a poor start to the 2025-26 Championship season. The club secured former Manchester United midfielder Tahith Chong on a long-term deal until 2029, marking their third signing in a week after acquiring striker Danny Ings and defender Japhet Tanganga. Danny Ings, a former England international with experience at Liverpool, Aston Villa, Burnley, and West Ham, signed a one-year contract and is expected to make an immediate impact. The Blades are also pursuing further signings, including Millwall centre-half Japhet Tanganga, whose transfer is complicated by a release clause only activatable by Premier League clubs. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough have bolstered their defense by loaning Newcastle United left-back Matt Targett for the season, marking their seventh signing this summer. Targett, who has Premier League and Champions League experience, left Newcastle seeking more playing time after becoming a backup player.