Chris Hussey has joined Cheltenham on a two-year deal subject to a medical, according to the official site.

The 29-year-old joined the Blades back in 2016, but gradually saw his role in the team decrease and he was loaned out to Swindon Town last season. Altogether he made 11 appearances for Chris Wilder’s side. His time with Swindon Town ended in disappointing fashion after his loan spell was cut short due to an altercation with a fan which led to a five-match ban.

Cheltenham finished 17th in League Two with a poor end to the season after survival was assured. They will be hoping for a much better season with 24 points the gap the between them and Lincoln City in the last play-off spot. Although it was an improvement on the season before when they finished 21st in their first season back in League Two.

The Verdict

Hussey won’t be missed by United because they already have Enda Stevens and Daniel Lafferty for the left side of defence. He was a useful squad player when they were in League One, but the Championship is a step too far. However, he could be a great signing for Cheltenham due to his experience.

He represents part of Wilder’s evolution of the side as he gradually improved the side to deal with the transition up leagues, and the next stage of that is getting proven quality for the Championship to push on from the impressive 10th place finish in their return to the Championship.