Motherwell manager Stuart McCall has opted to stay in Scotland to manage Motherwell despite interest from Sheffield United
Motherwell manager Stuart McCall has rejected the opportunity to manage League One side Sheffield United, according to the Press Association.
McCall, 48, ended his playing career at Bramall Lane in 2005 after previously representing Bradford City, Rangers and Everton.
The Motherwell boss has opted to remain with the Scottish Premier League side following talks that he was in pole position to take over as manager at the South Yorkshire club, who have been without a permanent manager since Danny Wilson left the club in April.
United were unsuccessful for the second successive season in the League One play-offs under the managerial stewardship of former captain Chris Morgan.
The Blades lost 2-1 on aggregate to Yeovil Town, who were subsequently promoted to the Championship, despite leading the tie after the first leg.
McCall’s side ended last season 16 points behind SPL winners Celtic. That second place finish was enough to secure The Steelmen’s place in the Europa League qualifying rounds – which is something that seems to have influenced his stay north of the border.
Words: Adam Grice
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