Sheffield United have foundations to push forward because of investment in young players, says chief exec Bettis

That is the view of chief executive Stephen Bettis, who insisted that the Blades are "in a really good place" despite the recent departure of talismanic boss Chris Wilder

With one eye on the future of his boyhood club, and hamstrung by United's wage ceiling which leaves them unable to compete with their Premier League rivals for players, Wilder signed a host of young prospects in the summer transfer window, including Aaron Ramsdale, Jayden Bogle and Rhian Brewster.

In their statement confirming Wilder's departure, United said they were committed to "keep the core of the player group together" if, and more likely when, they are relegated back to the Championship this season.

And Bettis said: "Chris has put us on a global stage, being in the Premier League, and with the support of the owner and the board, we have made significant investment in the football club in the last few years.

"In excess of £100m [was spent] on players, all of which are young exciting players with great prospects for the future.

"I think the club's in a really good place and has a really good foundation to push forward in the next few seasons."

Wilder broke United's transfer record several times after sealing promotion to the Premier League, but was determined to only sign players either who had resale value or would serve United for many seasons to come into the future.