Leo Hjelde

22-Year-Old DefenderD
Sunderland
Premier
DOB 8/26/2003
Back with Black Cats
DSunderland
July 3, 2026
Hjelde will return to parent club Sunderland following the conclusion of his loan spell at Sheffield United.
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Hjelde made eight Championship appearances across 186 minutes for Sheffield United in a limited role, contributing three clearances and three tackles throughout his time at the club. Hjelde now heads back to Sunderland where his future will be assessed heading into the 2026/27 Premier League season, having previously made 28 appearances at the Stadium of Light earlier in his career.
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Loaned to Sheffield United
DSheffield United
February 2, 2026
Hjelde has completed a loan move from Sunderland AFC to Sheffield United until the end of the season, his parent club announced. "Leo is motivated to play games, and we wanted to ensure his next opportunity matched his ambitions and our own. We know Sheffield United well and feel this can be a positive collaboration for all three parties. We wish Leo the best of luck for the second half of the season," said Kristjaan Speakman.
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Features one half with U21 team
DSunderland
November 24, 2025
Hjelde (Achilles) featured one half with the youth team in Thurday's 1-0 win against Sporting CP, confirming he is back fit moving forward.
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Expected to play with youth team
DSunderland
November 20, 2025
Hjelde (Achilles) is expected to play with Sunderland U21 in Thursday's clash against Sporting Lisbon, coach Regis Le Bris said in the press conference. "He will be involved in tonight's Under-21 fixture against Sporting Lisbon at the Stadium of Light."
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Running but won't return yet
DSunderland
October 2, 2025
Hjelde (Achilles) is back on the grass but won't be an option before the October international break, manager Regis Le Bris told media during his pre-match press conference Thursday. "Leo is now running."
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Return takes longer than expected
DSunderland
September 11, 2025
Hjelde (achilles) will remain out for the time being due to injury, coach Regis Le Bris said in the press conference, according to the Northern Echo. "Leo has struggled with his Achilles and will be a bit longer than expected as well. He had the surgery for both (of his Achilles) and worked hard last season to be connected with the squad, even if it was painful. But now, like Dennis, he has to rest completely to be able to connect with the squad again later."
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