Christopher John Wilder (born 23 September 1967) is an English professional football manager who formerly played as a right-back. He is the manager of EFL Championship club Sheffield United.

Chris Wilder returned as manager of the Blades in early December 2023, signing a deal until the summer of 2025. Sheffield-born, his association with United started from the terraces as a fan before he became a player, making his senior debut in 1986.

Chris Wilder became manager of his boyhood club Sheffield United for a second time in December 2023, following the departure of Paul Heckingbottom. Born in Sheffield, Wilder was a ball boy at Bramall Lane, and his first appearances in the Football League came with the Blades after he joined them in 1986.

Jan 28, 2025 · Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has extended his contract until the end of the 2027-28 season. The 57-year-old is in his second spell in charge of his boyhood club.

2 days ago · Sheffield United’s decision to hand defender Sai Sachdev an extended contract was not based on sentiment, despite manager Chris Wilder admitting that it was the right thing for the club to do.

Dec 6, 2023 · Chris Wilder is back in charge at Sheffield United and admits he is up against it to keep the club in the Premier League this season but says he thrives on the challenge.

Jan 24, 2025 · Sky Sports exclusive: Sheffield United's Chris Wilder on the club's summer reset and the "simplistic" ingredients that have led to their incredible defensive record; watch the Blades host...

Jan 28, 2025 · Chris Wilder has, not for the first time, completely changed the fortunes of Sheffield United. Last season was one to forget, with relegation to the Premier League inevitable by the turn of...

2 days ago · Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has been speaking to BBC Radio Sheffield as they prepare to host Middlesbrough on Wednesday (20:00 GMT).

Jan 28, 2025 · Sheffield United have announced that boss Chris Wilder has penned a contract extension to keep him at the club until 2028. The Blades are under new ownership, as an American consortium replaced Saudi Arabian Prince Abdullah in …