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Femi Seriki reflects on Sheffield United absence and explains why he is ‘grateful’ to Chris Wilder

Femi Seriki featured for the first time since August during Sheffield United’s 1-1 draw with Derby County on Saturday.

By George Smith · The Star

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Femi Seriki expressed gratitude for manager Chris Wilder's consistent backing during his spell on the sidelines.
The right-back made his first appearance since August, coming on as a 57th-minute substitute.
Sheffield United drew 1-1 with Derby County thanks to a Patrick Bamford equalizer following Bobby Clark's opener.

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Sheffield United right-back Femi Seriki returned from an injury layoff since August during a 1-1 Championship draw against Derby County on Saturday. The 23-year-old came on as a 57th-minute substitute for Hamza Choudhury at Bramall Lane, helping the Blades fight back to earn a point through Patrick Bamford's equalizer after Bobby Clark opened the scoring for Derby.

Speaking to BBC Radio Sheffield, Seriki expressed gratitude to manager Chris Wilder for backing him throughout his time sidelined. Seriki stated that maintaining close involvement with his teammates helped him remain positive, and he is now focused on regaining full fitness and performing consistently.

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Femi Seriki reflects on Sheffield United absence and explains why he is ‘grateful’ to Chris Wilder

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