Sheffield United target Hull City defender Drameh as deadline nears

Sheffield United are keen on a loan deal for Hull City defender Cody Drameh ahead of the final days of the transfer window. The 24‑year‑old right‑back could join Bramall Lane before the market closes on Tuesday.

Defensive depth drives United's interest

United have struggled to solidify their back line, drawing their opening two league fixtures 0‑0 and seeking a player who can operate as a full‑back or wing‑back. Drameh, a former Leeds United player, made 22 Championship appearances last season as Hull City earned promotion through the play‑offs. He also featured off the bench in Hull’s 2‑0 home win over Manchester United at the start of the new campaign.

Earlier this month the defender was linked with moves to Stoke City and Preston North End, but staying at the MKM Stadium was considered more likely. Burnley outcast Joe Worrall has also been mentioned as a potential target for Bramall Lane, highlighting United’s broader defensive recruitment drive.

Action Images By  Declan Harte PM GMT+1 Declan is a football writer and podcaster who has worked in the media industry since 2021. Declan has a Masters degree in Sports Journalism earned in 2020 from the National University of Ireland, Galway, where he is from. Declan joined Football League World in 2021 and has covered all things EFL during that time. Declan previously worked on the Total Football podcast, and currently writes a weekly newsletter on Formula 1 that can be found at declanharte.substack.com. Sign in to your Football League World account Add Us Like Like follow Follow followed Followed Thread Log in Here Try something different:

Drameh is now in the final year of his contract with Hull City, which includes an option for the club to extend it by a further 12 months. The loan move would give United a short‑term solution while allowing Hull to retain a bargaining chip for the next season.

Sheffield United fans have voiced concerns that the signing could limit opportunities for Femi Seriki, who went down injured in United’s recent EFL Cup win over Blackburn Rovers. The two players share similar profiles, meaning Drameh could be seen as a direct competitor for the wing‑back role.

Potential fallout for both clubs

If United secure Drameh, the defender would add depth and experience to a squad that has yet to score a league goal. For Hull City, losing a player who contributed to their promotion could thin their options ahead of a Premier League campaign, though the club retains the right to extend his deal if needed.