The Blades will be fully aware of just how important a good summer transfer window will be in helping them to do that, and their success will be measured two-fold.
On the one hand, keeping hold of key talents like the much sought-after Aaron Ramsdale will give them the best chance possible, as will strong recruitment when it comes to bringing in fresh faces.
One player who has been linked with a potential move to Bramall Lane is Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane, and former Villa star Alan Hutton has suggested that it could prove to be a positive switch for the player, if it goes ahead.
“He’s in the last year of his contract, and he’s been an amazing servant,” Hutton told Football Insider.
“However, the time is probably right for him to move on.
“I can’t see it being a loan deal since he has just one year left, Villa will be looking to sell him on.
“He deserves to be playing for a top-end Championship side, he’s got the ability to play at that level – and higher.
“Sheffield United would be a good move, he’s definitely got that captain mentality. They’ve obviously lost [John] Lundstram as well to Rangers, so there’s a void left for Conor.
“Sheffield United are the sort of team he can settle into and thrive at.”
We’ve gathered the best of today's Championship rumours below:
One player who has been linked with a potential move to Bramall Lane is Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane, and former Villa star Alan Hutton has suggested that it could prove to be a positive switch for the player, if it goes ahead.
5. Potters keen on Keinan
Stoke City have held talks with Aston Villa over the potential signing of striker Keinan Davis on a season-long loan deal. (Telegraph) (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
Photo: Michael Regan
6. Fulham consider Trybull loan
Out-of-favour Norwich City midfielder Tom Trybull is being targeted by Championship side Fulham. (Telegraph) (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
Photo: Alex Pantling
7. Latics eye up McGrath
Wigan Athletic are keen on signing St Mirren midfielder Jamie McGrath. Peterborough United and Aberdeen have also been linked with the Republic of Ireland international. (Scottish Sun) (Photo by Laszlo Szirtesi/Getty Images)
Photo: Laszlo Szirtesi
8. Gabriel for sale
Nottingham Forest will accept bids of £300,000 this summer for defender Jordan Gabriel. Blackpool are interested in the player. (Mirror) (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
Photo: Catherine Ivill