Sheffield United sign 'up-and-coming' winger Ehije Ukaki

The 20 year old joins from Bulgarian top-flight club Botev Plovdiv

Author: Matt SoanesPublished 11th Jun 2025

Sheffield United have secured the services of 'up-and-coming' winger Ehije Ukaki from Bulgarian top flight club Botev Plovdiv.

It's the second time Blades have tapped the Eastern European country for talent this year, with Christian Nwachukwu joining from the same club in February.

Nigeria born 20 year old Ehije has penned a long term deal at Bramhall Lane lasting until 2028.

Blades boss Chris Wilder said: "Ehije is a player who has been identified through our data driven strategy and is someone we're looking forward to developing.

"He's an emerging talent, still only 20, who has enjoyed some experience of European football early in his career, so there's a base to work from."

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