For a bit of fun, we've simulated the game through to the end of next summer's transfer window, and taken a look at the intriguing signings Sheffield United are predicted to make. Here's the deals FM21 is backing the Blades to make over the course of next year.
. Lewis Gibson - Everton - Loan
You join us on the first day of the January transfer window, where Sheffield United are still bottom of the table and need some fresh bodies in - pronto. The left-sided defender comes in on a temporary basis. Photo: Nathan Stirk
. Connor Ronan - Wolves - Loan
It's another loan deal for the Blades, who swoop for the Ireland U21 international midfielder. He's got excellent stats for passing, technique and anticipation, and should be a fine option to come on and make an impact from the bench. Photo: Harry Murphy
. The Blades go down, Wilder leaves, Van Bommel joins
Chris Wilder is relieved of his duties after the Blades are relegated by an agonising one point on the final day. Ex-PSV boss Mark van Bommel takes the reins, and big changes are afoot. Photo: FILIPE AMORIM
. The brutal relegation clear-out
With the Blades now back in the second tier, they need to raise some cash for a serious. Chris Basham, Enda Stevens, John Egan and Jack O'Connell are among the fan favourites who leave, and £88m is raised from their sales. Photo: Michael Regan
. Marcus Bettinelli - Fulham - Free transfer
The Cottagers couldn't convince the 'keeper to sign a new deal, and he was snapped up by the Blades following his release. He's set to compete with Aaron Ramsdale for a starting spot. Photo: Michael Regan
. Solly March - Brighton - £4.2m
Wing-backs are seemingly a thing of the past for the Blades, as van Bommell swoops for another winger in the summer transfer window. March is worth £9m, and looks to be an absolute steal of a signing. Photo: JOHN SIBLEY
. Marcus Bettinelli - Fulham - Free transfer
The Cottagers couldn't convince the 'keeper to sign a new deal, and he was snapped up by the Blades following his release. He's set to compete with Aaron Ramsdale for a starting spot. Photo: Alex Burstow
1. Lewis Gibson - Everton - Loan
You join us on the first day of the January transfer window, where Sheffield United are still bottom of the table and need some fresh bodies in - pronto. The left-sided defender comes in on a temporary basis. Photo: Nathan Stirk
2. Connor Ronan - Wolves - Loan
It's another loan deal for the Blades, who swoop for the Ireland U21 international midfielder. He's got excellent stats for passing, technique and anticipation, and should be a fine option to come on and make an impact from the bench. Photo: Harry Murphy
3. The Blades go down, Wilder leaves, Van Bommel joins
Chris Wilder is relieved of his duties after the Blades are relegated by an agonising one point on the final day. Ex-PSV boss Mark van Bommel takes the reins, and big changes are afoot. Photo: FILIPE AMORIM
4. The brutal relegation clear-out
With the Blades now back in the second tier, they need to raise some cash for a serious. Chris Basham, Enda Stevens, John Egan and Jack O'Connell are among the fan favourites who leave, and £88m is raised from their sales. Photo: Michael Regan