Here’s some of the stars who the Blades could take with them to the English top tier...
5. Joe Allen - Stoke City
Some say he’s the Welsh Pirlo, others say he’s just got a headband and a decent beard. Regardless, he’s a class act, and has bags of top tier experience. Photo: Nathan Stirk
6. Neal Maupay - Brentford
He could be an expensive flop, but the instinctive finishing shown by the Bees man last season suggested he’s a class above the Championship. He’d do a job, for sure. Photo: James Chance
7. Jay Rodriguez - West Bromwich Albion
His career was brutally derailed by a leg break in 2014, but he’s back and firing on all cylinders again for the Baggies, and would be an excellent striking option for the Blades. Photo: Alex Pantling
8. Will Vaulks - Rotherham United
His side will be playing League One football next season, and the Wales international is far too good for that. He’d be fine rotation option for Chris Wilder to consider. Photo: George Wood