With United’s first match of the 2021/22 season against Birmingham City less than two weeks away, transfer speculation is beginning to pick up the pace, with the Blades yet to make a signing this summer.
Their relegation to the Championship led to midfielder John Lundstram opting for a move to Scottish champions Rangers, but other than the 27-year-old’s departure Sheffield United have managed to so far hold onto their stars.
Aaron Ramsdale remains a man in demand, with a number of clubs having been linked with the goalkeeper over the summer. The shot-stopper has had an extended leave period after being part of England’s Euro 2020 squad.
Slaviša Jokanović will still be eager to add to his squad ahead of the opener on August 7, but the lack of action in the transfer market suggests the Serbian is searching for quality rather than quantity.
Will there be any additions before the end of the week? Or at least before the big kick-off? There’s certainly a lot of gossip flying around the Championship, though signings are in short supply with the market yet to fully ignite.
We take a look at the rumours around the Blades and their rivals for promotion.
1. Striker comments on future after Boro link
Watford's Andre Gray has admitted his future is up to Watford to decide after being linked to a return to the Championship. Middlesbrough are said to be keen on the striker. (The Athletic) Photo: Julian Finney
2. Posh claim no recent enquiries about striker
Posh fans may be in luck this summer as Peterborough United have said there has been no contact in three months from Rangers regarding Jonson Clarke-Harris. Since then Barry Fry has spoken to Rangers scout Mervyn Day at a Posh match, with no mention of the forward. Photo: Dan Mullan
3. Hull City hopeful of re-signing midfielder
Hull City are reportedly refusing to give up in their pursuit to lure Sheffield United's Regan Slater back to the KCOM Stadium. The midfielder spent last season on loan with the Tigers as the won promotion to the Championship. (Hull Live) Photo: Alex Pantling
4. Preston willing to loan out midfielder
Preston North End are said to be willing to let Tom Bayliss leave on loan this summer. Reports state that a number of Championship and League One sides are interested. (Football Insider) Photo: Tony Marshall