"(Still) Ain't Got A Barrel of Money: Sheffield United, 1981-1993" by Jason Holyhead is an anticipated hardcover release, set for publication in March 2025. This book serves as a sequel to the acclaimed "Ain’t Got a Barrel of Money: Sheffield United," and it tells the incredible story of Sheffield United's dramatic revival and ascent from the depths of the Fourth Division to their participation in the inaugural Premier League season.
The book details the club's journey from near collapse in the early 1980s to their rise back to the top tiers of English football, highlighting the pivotal role played by key figures and events.
It discusses how businessman Reg Brealey played a crucial role in rescuing the club from financial peril and averting the threat of going out of business.
The narrative includes how manager Ian Porterfield began United's resurgence, propelled by players like Keith Edwards and Bob Hatton, and supported by Colin Morris's brilliance.
The book explores how manager Dave Bassett reshaped the team, with players like Brian Deane and Tony Agana leading the club to further promotions and ultimately securing a spot in the first Premier League season.
It celebrates Brian Deane's historic achievement of scoring the first-ever Premier League goal, cementing his place in football history.
Readers will find exclusive anecdotes and interviews with former players, providing personal insights and behind-the-scenes stories from this transformative period.
The book includes contributions from fans who witnessed and supported the club's journey from the Fourth Division to the Premier League.
It provides a backdrop of social history and statistics, touching on significant events of the time such as royal weddings, the miners' strike, the Falklands War, Live Aid, and more, framing the club's revival within broader historical moments.
From the struggles of the early 1980s to the triumphs of the 1990s, the book tells the story of the managers and players who restored pride to Sheffield United, known as the Blades.
This book is a must-read for Sheffield United supporters and football fans, offering a comprehensive and engaging account of a remarkable period in the club's history.
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Published: March 24, 2025
Price: £18.99
Hardcover: 272 pages
ISBN-10: 1801509522
ISBN-13: 978-1801509527
Dimensions: 160 x 241mm
