Billy Rolfe Blacker (born 25 May 2006) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for EFL Championship side Sheffield United.
Career He is a product of the Sheffield United academy and made his debut for the under-21 team during the 2023–24 season. He is considered capable of playing in midfield or in further forward positions. He appeared on the substitute bench for Sheffield United in the Premier League during the 2023–24 season without making his professional debut. He signed his first professional contract with the club in the summer of 2024.
He made his senior debut for Sheffield United in the FA Cup third round against Cardiff City on 9 January 2025. He made his EFL Championship debut as a second-half substitute against Swansea City on 21 January 2025.
In July 2025, Blacker joined Tranmere Rovers on a season-long loan for the 2025–26 season in search of regular first-team football.
Personal life He attended Calder High School in Calderdale near Hebden Bridge.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupEFL CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsSheffield United2024-25Championship10100000202025-26Championship000000—00Total1010000020Tranmere Rovers (loan)2025-26League Two5100101050Career total4010101070
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