Tranmere sign Sheffield United forward Blacker
The 19-year-old has made two senior appearances for the Blades.
He could make his competitive debut for Rovers in their League Two season-opener at Colchester on Saturday, 2 August.
"He has a fantastic attitude for the game. He wants to learn, and I feel like we have some amazing role models for him," Tranmere boss Andy Crosby told the club website.
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