Stockport fans are buzzing after witnessing former Premier League stars Dwight Gayle and Ollie Norwood on trial for the League Two champions during a friendly against Blackburn. Gayle, 34, known for his time at Newcastle, Crystal Palace, West Brom, Stoke, and Derby, and Norwood, 33, recently released by Sheffield United following their relegation, lined up for the third-tier newcomers.
Fans were ecstatic about the potential signings, with many expressing their excitement on social media. One supporter exclaimed, “Wow they’d be 2 incredible signings,” while another pondered, “Jesus Christ, could you imagine?!” The debate among fans centered on which player would be the more valuable addition.
Gayle, a proven goal-scorer, garnered comments like, “Dwight Gayle will always score goals!!” However, Norwood, with his recent top-flight experience, impressed fans more. “Norwood would be a huge signing and hope we get him,” said one fan. Another added, “They’d be useful signings. Norwood particularly.”Despite the excitement, seasoned supporters know that trials are just the first step, and much can change before any contracts are signed.
Dwight Gayle
This season he played in total 6 times for 325 minutes for League One.
Dwight Gayle scored 3 goals for Derby County. He procured no assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.
His team is currently 2nd in League One. In the last match Derby County won 2-1 against Real Valladolid.
Derby County performance and stats
It will be Derby County ended the league in the 2nd position with 92 points.
In the last 46 games, it has won 28 times, drawn 8 times, and lost 10 times. In its last match, Derby County won 2-0 against Carlisle United.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 78 goals and conceding 37.
Oliver Norwood
This season he played in total 27 times for 1433 minutes for Premier League.
Oliver Norwood scored 1 goal for Sheffield United. He procured no assists. He received 8 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 20th in Premier League. In the last match Sheffield United drew 1-1 against Huddersfield Town.
Sheffield United performance and stats
It will be Sheffield United ended the league in the 20th position with 16 points.
In the last 38 games, it has won 3 times, drawn 7 times, and lost 28 times. In its last match, Sheffield United lost 0-3 against Tottenham Hotspur.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 35 goals and conceding 101.