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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Will Unwin

Dozy Mmobuosi takeover questions hang over Sheffield United

Dozy Mmobuosi, the Nigerian businessman hoping to buy Sheffield United.
Dozy Mmobuosi, the Nigerian businessman hoping to buy Sheffield United. Photograph: -

Problem solving 100%, management 98%, decision making 99%, communication 99%. Who wouldn’t want an owner with this skillset? These are the attributes of the Nigerian businessman Dozy Mmobuosi as stated on his website, giving little margin for improvement.

The EFL, however, wanted more information from the prospective buyer of Sheffield United in a deal believed to be worth more than £100m. The Blades host Tottenham on Wednesday night in the FA Cup fifth round, a welcome distraction from off-field issues that threaten to overshadow a promising season. Saturday’s win over Watford after two straight defeats leaves them second in the Championship, seven points clear of Middlesbrough in third with a game in hand. Boosting that momentum with a Cup shock would be ideal for Paul Heckingbottom.

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