Done Deal: Sheffield Utd land Everton defender Holgate

Sheffield United have snapped up Everton defender Mason Holgate.

Holgate had been on-loan at Southampton and is now joining the Blades to the end of the season.

"Mason's desire to come here and join our fight is huge for me," said Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder.

"He's got a point to prove, he's a local lad who knows what Sheffield United are all about, he has his finger on the pulse and knows what to expect here.

"He's got valuable Premier League experience and can play all across the back which gives us options."

Holgate also said: "I'm delighted to be here and to finally get it over the line.

"I've been waiting all month to get it sorted, obviously involving three teams, it is a little complicated but now we've got it to this point, I cannot wait to get going.

"I feel good, sharp and ready to go. This is the best league in the world that's why everyone aspires to play in it, I've played in it a bit now and hopefully I can come in and help the boys.

"Chris [Wilder] has faith and believes in me, he has told me what he thinks I can add to the team and I think I can do that so it makes sense to make this happen."