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Dean Hammond has made 16 appearances for Sheffield United in all competitions

Sheffield United have extended Leicester midfielder Dean Hammond's loan deal until the end of the season.

Hammond, 32, joined the Blades in October and has played 16 times in all competitions for the League One side.

"I have said it many times - Dean is a honest, hard-working professional of the highest level and he is a big part of our squad and team," boss Nigel Adkins told the club website. external-link

"Having him will only help us try to get where we want to be."

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