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The striker has joined Sheffield United only seven months following starting disrespectful chants aimed at the team's coach, Wilder.

This experienced forward, a free agent since leaving Leeds, has agreed to a contract with the Championship club in difficulty until January. His seven-year time at Elland Road was ended by mutual consent in August.

Among Bamford’s last memorable actions as a Leeds player included starting offensive songs regarding Chris Wilder amid the club’s success festivities this spring. Currently, the former England international will be playing under Wilder as the Blades’ manager aims to lift the team he loves out of the relegation zone.

Past History Involving Bamford & the Manager

The pair had history prior to Leeds earned promotion to the top flight last season and United were defeated in the promotion decider by Sunderland. Wilder called Bamford as “a muppet” when the situation was different during the 2018-19 season and Sheffield United secured direct promotion whereas Leeds United fell short in the playoffs.

Making Amends and Moving Forward

All appears has been put behind them with United, the Championship’s lowest scorers, urgently requiring of a boost in attack and Bamford hoping to resurrect his playing days.

The song about Wilder gained traction in April. A repentant Patrick and the Leeds manager, Daniel Farke, called Wilder the following day.

Chris Wilder commented at the time: “Had a conversation with Patrick yesterday and I have no problem whatsoever with that. I’m not sure about the language from a fellow pro! However I valued and admired him giving me a call.

“We spent 20 minutes and the same again I talked with Daniel as well and had a longer discussion with him and he's a great person, a class act. When I was playing we used to dish it out and accept it and that is an integral part of the game across all levels, including a Sunday morning. I have no problem at all. I'm fine with the situation and I said that to Pat.”

Latest Playing Challenges

The forward featured in 18 games for Leeds last season however the former Nottingham Forest, Chelsea and Middlesbrough player has struggled with fitness issues over the past few seasons.