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Sheffield United boss Heckingbottom wary facing Forest striker Gibbs-White

Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom is wary facing Morgan Gibbs-White with Nottingham Forest tonight.

The striker spent time on-loan with the Blades from Wolves.

Heckingbottom said, “I've got a lot of time for Morgan and I think everyone knows I had a bit of a soft spot for him during his time here. I liked how he played, I like his personality. He's got an edge to him, and he responds well when you got after him as well.

“I certainly feel like he needs managing as well. I just love the lad to bits, so I'm pleased for him. We've kept in touch and he was one of the first people when we got promoted to send his best wishes to everyone.

“That unpredictability is one of his strengths and it can be one of his weaknesses if he's not totally on top of his game. When he was here, certainly I tried to encourage that in him because I always liked how he reacted when he lost the ball anyway. He's certainly a player we need to be aware of."

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