Sheffield United's McCabe plots exit raising question marks over future of Blackwell as manager

Sheffield United plc chairman Kevin McCabe has revealed his intention to stand down at the end of the season — raising doubts over the long term future of manager Kevin Blackwell.

Blackwell took over from the sacked Bryan Robson in February and is hoping to secure a permanent contract in the summer, but McCabe's decision to leave the club means Blackwell is not guaranteed to get what he wants.

McCabe said: "We are still seeking compensation from West Ham United and it is an on-going legal process which should be resolved in June. I don't plan to be chairman for much longer.

"I need to hand over the reins and we need more fresh ideas. Had we not been relegated 'unjustly' last season it could have been the right time. I will always be a supporter, but I don't intend to become a dinosaur."