10 Best World Football Transfers Of January 2020 Window

Tipped by many to spend the season trapped in a relegation fight, Sheffield United have surprised and delighted with their unlikely fight for a European place. As such, there is always a fear that any new signing might upset the delicate balance that has seen the club performing above the odds all season.

With that in mind, the Blades can be admired for avoiding the temptation to splash out on a mercurial star striker and instead make their headline January signing a sure-footed midfield anchor.

Even at the age of 21, Norwegian international Berge has proved himself capable of pulling the strings from the centre of the park and is only likely to get better as he acclimatises to the pace of English football.

His £22 million transfer from Belgian champions Genk smashed United's club record, but it is symbolic of the Blades's growing ambition with clubs like Chelsea and Napoli also rumoured to be taking an interest.

As the race for European slots heats up toward the climax of the season, United are going to need cool heads to prevent their overperforming form from floundering. Berge's maturity beyond his years could be invaluable as the pressure piles on. Already on his debut against Crystal Palace, Berge was a commanding presence, making more successful tackles than any other player and distributing the ball well, a performance which bodes well for the future.