The transfer window is officially open for business and Sheffield United are about to embark on an intriguing summer as they look to begin the push for a return into the Premier League.
Off-field matters are still dominating the headlines as news is awaited over the progress of a takeover bid from American businessman, Henry Mauriss.
Just over a month has passed since the first reports of a £115million offer for the Blades and it is believed the EFL are yet to make a decision over the deal.
Blades manager Paul Heckingbottom will hope the situation will not hamper his attempts to strengthen his squad as he looks to move on from the disappointment of missing out on promotion last season.
Several players have been linked with a move to Bramall Lane over the last seven days - but it is talk of a potential departure that has been mentioned in the media over the last 24 hours.
The Star takes a look at the latest transfer speculation surrounding the Blades and several of their Championship rivals.
Just over a month has passed since the first reports of a £115million offer for the Blades and it is believed the EFL are yet to make a decision over the deal.
5. Bournemouth move for Boro midfielder
Middlesbrough midfielder Marcus Tavernier is interesting Bournemouth following their promotion to the Premier League. (Football Insider) Photo: Getty Images
6. Allen future discussed as Swans consider move
Roberto Martinez has hailed Joe Allen as ‘a wonderful professional’ as Swansea City consider a move for their former midfielder (Wales Online) Photo: Getty Images
7. BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 03: Alex Cochrane of Brighton and Hove Albion runs off the ball during the Leasing.com Trophy Second Round match between Brighton & Hove Albion U21 and Newport County at Amex Stadium on December 03, 2019 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Getty Images)
Brighton and Hove Albion is the subject of interest from Luton Town, QPR, Hearts and Coventry City (West London Sport) Photo: Alex Burstow
8. North End ‘closing in’ on signing of former Cottagers star
Preston North End are close to making a breakthrough in their bid to sign Fulham defender Cyrus Christie on a free transfer (Alan Nixon) Photo: Ryan Hiscott