Leo Hjelde
SHU
LB (CB)
Possession Builder
Aug 26, 2003 (22)
Left
6'3"
165 lb
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Back with Black Cats
Hjelde will return to parent club Sunderland following the conclusion of his loan spell at Sheffield United.
Analysis: Hjelde made eight Championship appearances across 186 minutes for Sheffield United in a limited role, contributing three clearances and three tackles throughout his time at the club. Hjelde now heads back to Sunderland where his future will be assessed heading into the 2026/27 Premier League season, having previously made 28 appearances at the Stadium of Light earlier in his career.
Features one half with U21 team
Hjelde (Achilles) featured one half with the youth team in Thurday's 1-0 win against Sporting CP, confirming he is back fit moving forward.
Analysis: Hjelde is set to reintegrate the senior squad after recovering from an Achilles injury and featuring one half in Thursday's 1-0 win over Sporting CP with the Sunderland U21 team. The defender will likely find a bench role for the Black Cats when returning to the match squad.
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