With Billy Sharp, Jack O’Connell and Enda Stevens the three senior players to depart, it leaves 18 established players either under contract or in negotiations over new deals at Bramall Lane.
A host of key players are about to enter the final 12 months of their deals, as things stand, although there are thought to be options in a number of cases which could trigger extensions. We had a look at the status of every senior player at Bramall Lane to see where they’re at going into the summer...
17. Iliman Ndiaye
Under contract until 2024. United have not yet been able to tie down their star man to a new contract and risk losing him on a free soon if he doesn’t put pen to paper. A player who could go right to the top of the game, Blades fans may have to enjoy him in a red and white shirt while they can Photo: Paul Thomas
18. Rhys Norrington-Davies
Under contract until 2024. The Welsh international suffered the heartbreak of missing the winter World Cup in Qatar and will be desperate to hit the ground running again when he returns to full fitness. Norrington-Davies is another player entering the last 12 months of his present deal, although United are thought to have options in their favour in most cases Photo: George Wood/Getty Images