Oldham Athletic have signed defender Zain Tahir on a season-long loan from Sheffield United. Tahir, who has played regularly for the Blades' Under-21 side, winning the Professional Development League National title in 2024, is excited to join the Latics.
What does this signing mean for Oldham?
The signing of Tahir is a significant boost to Oldham's squad, as they look to improve on their 10th place finish in the League Two table last season, with 68 points from 46 games.
Oldham's manager, Micky Mellon, is pleased to bring Tahir to the club, stating that he has been impressed with the young defender's character, professionalism, and hunger to learn.
How will Tahir fit into the team?
Tahir is a versatile defender, capable of playing as a centre-back or left-back, and has spent most of pre-season with Mellon's squad, featuring in warm-up games against Everton Under-21s and Huddersfield Town.
With Oldham currently 19 points behind leaders Bromley, the signing of Tahir is a positive move, and the team will be looking to build on their recent form, which includes a 2-game winning run, with their last result being a 3-0 win over Accrington ST on 2026-05-02.
What's next for Oldham?
Oldham will be looking to continue their good form, with Tahir's signing a significant factor in their upcoming matches. The team's recent form, with 2 wins and 0 draws from their last 5 games, is a positive sign, and they will be aiming to close the gap on the leaders in the League Two table.
