Lupoli capture delights Blackwell

03 February 2009 12:22
The Blades completed the signing of Italian Lupoli from Fiorentina until the end of the season on deadline day. The 21-year-old former Arsenal striker had his season-long loan at Norwich cancelled hours earlier.[LNB]Blackwell told Radio Sheffield: "He was a big favourite at Norwich and I'm surprised we managed to prise him out. He's a box player who can get behind people.[LNB]"He came here three weeks ago with Norwich and did very well. Afterwards I was talking to some Unitedites who told me how well they thought he played so anyone who saw him on that day shouldn't be surprised.[LNB]"I've looked around for striker with a good record. He has pace and loves to run the channels. He's still only 21-years-old and this is a great opportunity for the kid."[LNB]Blackwell added: "I feel we should be converting more of the chances we're making so I'm on the lookout for someone who can do that. Lupoli has a decent scoring record, he became available and I think he is worth pursuing."[LNB][LNB]

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