As Chris Wilder prepares for another major Bramall Lane rebuild ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, Sheffield United supporters have been busy drawing up their own transfer wishlists.
With Wilder already admitting there could be significant turnover in his Blades squad, we asked Unitedites to tell us the ‘realistic’ players they would like to see targeted ahead of next season.
A number of familiar names feature heavily, including former Blades favourites and players Wilder has previously tried to sign, while there is also plenty of admiration for talent closer to home. A Leeds United duo are among the names suggested, alongside more ambitious targets and a few left-field wildcards.
There is also support for the Blades to continue targeting young Premier League loanees with Championship experience - a recruitment profile The Star has previously revealed is likely to shape United’s close-season business.
Here are 26 “realistic” names Sheffield United supporters would love to see at Bramall Lane — is your choice included?
1. Vini Souza
What a statement signing that would be, bringing back the Brazilian a year after he left for Wolfsburg. He was suggested by a few fans and it’s not hard to see why because his profile is exactly what United need in the middle of the park. Unfortunately it’s not on the cards though for a number of reasons, including finances, and we understand it’s not one that’s been discussed at Bramall Lane | Sportimage
2. Hamza Choudhury
Another former midfielder who could be available this weekend after Leicester City’s relegation from the Championship. Choudhury can also cover elsewhere than the middle of the park and although Wilder is happy with his midfield options, you could see United being interested if the chance came up | Local Library
3. Harry Souttar
Another ex-Blade now at Leicester and one that seems an obvious fit as well. United lacked presence at the back last term and Souttar certainly offers that, while he has personality and experience in spades. Back fit after his Achilles’ injury too and could be off to the World Cup this summer | Local Library
4. Josh Sargent
The forward always seemed a player that you could see in a United shirt at some point but the chances became increasingly remote earlier this year when he made the return to his part of the world with Toronto FC from Norwich City | Local Library