Deal with Sheffield United ‘REJECTED’– Player feels Devastated and without a club
Jonjoe Kenny, currently with Hertha Berlin, is eager to make a move to Sheffield United during the winter transfer window. The 27-year-old has publicly expressed his desire to join the English club, signaling his readiness for a return to England after his stint in Germany.
Reports last week suggested that Kenny had already reached a personal agreement with Sheffield United, with both sides awaiting a resolution between the Championship club and Hertha Berlin. According to Bild, Sheffield United have tabled an offer of €600,000 upfront, along with an additional €600,000 in bonuses, contingent on their promotion to the Premier League. However, Hertha Berlin are holding out for a higher fee, reportedly valuing the right-back at €2 million.
Bild also revealed that Chris Wilder’s side have issued an ultimatum to Hertha, with a deadline set for Wednesday to finalize the deal. German outlet Kicker has corroborated this claim, adding further insight into Kenny’s precarious situation. The former Everton defender has less than six months remaining on his contract with Hertha and has made it clear he has no intention of signing an extension. His primary focus is returning to England and securing a move to Sheffield United.
However, there’s a catch. If Hertha fail to come to an agreement with the Blades within the stipulated timeframe, Sheffield United may turn their attention to other right-back options. This decision could have far-reaching implications for Kenny, whose prospective deal with Wilder’s side might collapse entirely. According to Kicker, signing another right-back would render Kenny’s agreement with Sheffield United void, not just for the current transfer window but for the summer as well.
This scenario has left Kenny in a tense position, as the arrival of another right-back at Bramall Lane could permanently shut the door on his desired move. With time running out and negotiations between the clubs yet to reach a resolution, Kenny’s future hangs in the balance. The player is keen to join Wilder’s squad and help bolster their push for promotion, but much depends on whether Hertha Berlin is willing to compromise on their asking price.
As the clock ticks toward Wednesday’s deadline, the pressure is mounting on all parties involved. For Kenny, the stakes couldn’t be higher—his dream of returning to English football could be dashed if the deal doesn’t materialize, leaving him to contemplate an uncertain future in Germany.
