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Sheffield United are targeting Reading star John Swift this summer as Chris Wilder looks to bolster his side with a move for the ex-Chelsea midfielder

Sheffield United are lining up a summer move for Reading midfielder John Swift.

Blades boss Chris Wilder is hoping to add to his midfield options when the transfer window reopens and has identified former Chelsea youngster Swift as a target.

The 25 year-old has been a regular performer for Reading this season, scoring five times and setting up 10 more in 35 Championship appearances.

The former Chelsea star has impressed in the Championship this season with ten assists

His current contract Royals expires in 2022. Swift came through the ranks at Chelsea before leaving in 2016 after making one league appearance for the club, in May 2014 at Cardiff.