Chris Wilder’s men went into the campiagn as one of the favourites to be relegated with some poorly-researched opinions thrown out by some pundits. However, they went on to earn rave reviews from almost everyone (we’re looking at you Garth Crooks). Here we take a look at what rival bosses had to say about the Blades.
5. Ralph Hasenhüttl, Southampton
"Sheffield United are an interesting club, with a good atmosphere and an interesting way to play football. They are absolutely a club that fits good to the Premier League.
"They have made a fantastic job there, it's a very quick development of this club." Photo: Simon Bellis
6. Marco Silva, formerly of Everton
“They didn’t try at all; they didn’t thrive in our box when they scored at 1-0. Until that moment we were setting the game, creating some dangerous moments, commanding the game like is normal in our team. We knew before the game they would be strong out wide, trying to block out combinations." Photo: Nick Potts, PA Wire
7. Jürgen Klopp, Liverpool
"They have the proper basis to be a really uncomfortable opponent, particularly here. They have so many good things that give you a chance of winning games. That's my first game against Chris, he's loud. I thought I was loud but he is loud and his boys listen." Photo: Richard Sellers
8. Quique Sanchez Flores, formerly of Watford
"We knew the match would be tough because we saw Sheffield playing against Liverpool and playing really well. At this moment in the season, they are full of confidence and this is not our moment." Photo: Robin Parker