Rabbi Matondo is impressing during his trial with Sheffield United and could earn a contract under Chris Wilder if he continues to perform well throughout the club’s pre-season preparations.
SK Brann permitted Matondo to join Sheffield United on trial to see if he could secure a permanent move, despite signing him only in March and believing he would make a positive impact. However, the winger struggled for regular playing time, and the club concluded that he was not at the level required to help them compete consistently, leading them to consider his departure.
According to Yahoo Sports, Matondo has made a positive impression during his trial with Sheffield United. The report quotes Wilder as saying: “We’re speaking to him. He’s obviously had a few issues previously, so we’re going over that medically as well.
“He offers us something, and maybe he’s not really showing the punters today (vs Rotherham) what he has got, but he has shown to me and when I’ve seen him and what I know about him, that he’s an exciting player.”
Strong start to trial
Matondo has taken his opportunity to return to England and has performed well during the trial so far. Sheffield United are continuing to assess the winger before deciding whether to offer him a contract for the new season.
The club are carefully evaluating both his performances on the pitch and his medical situation before making a final decision. Wilder’s comments suggest there is genuine optimism about what Matondo could bring to the squad if an agreement is reached.
Decision expected soon
Sheffield United are expected to continue monitoring Matondo throughout the remainder of pre-season before deciding whether to complete the signing. His ability to impress during training and matches will play a significant role in determining his future.
For Matondo, the trial represents an important opportunity to restart his career in English football after a difficult spell with SK Brann. If he continues to perform at the level he has shown so far, he could secure a move to Sheffield United and begin the next chapter of his career under Wilder.
