Blades' first target is 40 points and Premier League survival - Wilder


FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Crystal Palace v Sheffield United - Selhurst Park, London, Britain - February 1, 2020 Sheffield United's Oliver McBurnie and John Egan celebrate after the match REUTERS/Toby Melville

(Reuters) - Sheffield United are nowhere near the relegation zone and are pushing for a spot in next season's Europa League but manager Chris Wilder said on Friday that his primary focus is on ensuring their Premier League survival.

The Blades, who won promotion to the top flight last season, are sixth in the standings with 36 points after a stellar campaign but Wilder's target is 40 points which virtually guarantees a team stays up.

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