Nils Zetterström Officially Joins Sheffield United for 37 Million Kronor
Nils Zetterström's transfer to Sheffield United is confirmed, with Malmö FF receiving 37 million kronor.
Key Points
- • Nils Zetterström sold to Sheffield United for 37 million kronor.
- • Daniel Andersson feels mixed about selling a homegrown talent.
- • Zetterström expresses gratitude towards Malmö FF as his family.
- • Sheffield United struggles in the Championship, sitting at the bottom of the table.
Malmö FF has confirmed the transfer of 20-year-old center-back Nils Zetterström to Sheffield United for a substantial fee of 37 million kronor. The announcement was made earlier today on Malmö FF's official website, marking a significant move for the promising young player who made his debut last season and earned a place in the national A-team.
Malmö FF's Sporting Director, Daniel Andersson, expressed mixed feelings about the sale: "It is always double feelings when we sell a young homegrown product. While we would have liked to keep Nils and continue developing him here, we understand that he also wants to test himself in a different environment," he shared.
Zetterström reflected on his time at Malmö, stating, "Malmö FF has become my family, and all the people I've met here... mean a lot to me." He has been with the club since the age of eight, describing his journey as one filled with inspiration and support from the community.
Currently, Sheffield United, having suffered two consecutive losses in the Championship, is at the bottom of the league table. This transfer is seen as a fresh hope for the club as they look to rebuild their fortunes after dropping from the Premier League last season.
Zetterström’s dedication and experience from Malmö will be vital as he adjusts to the challenges in English football, and fans are eager to see how he performs in this new chapter of his career.