The stakes could not be any higher for Sheffield United and Burnley ahead of Saturday afternoon’s meeting at Bramall Lane.
As it stands, the Blades sit at the foot of the Premier League table and are without a win since they collected all three points from their visit to Luton Town in February. Despite that poor run of form, Chris Wilder’s side sit just four points behind Saturday’s visitors, who have won just one of their last ten games.
Both clubs are sitting in what feels like last-chance saloon as they look to preserve their Premier League status and avoid an immediate return to the Championship.
With just over 24 hours to go until kick-off at Bramall Lane, The Star looks at the major fitness issues and injury doubts facing Wilder and Clarets counterpart Vincent Kompany as they finalise their plans for a potentially pivotal game in the battle against relegation.
13. Rhian Brewster (Sheffield United) - Out
The striker has been out of action since the end of February with a hamstring injury. Photo: Catherine Ivill
14. Daniel Jebbison (Sheffield United) - Out
Jebbison remains out with a health issue. | Getty Images
15. Jack Robinson (Sheffield United) - Doubt
Robinson is closing in on a return but it remains to be seen whether Saturday's game will come too soon. Photo: David Rogers
16. Jayden Bogle (Sheffield United) - Doubt
The defender limped off against Brentford last weekend and manager Chris Wilder admits they will need a “huge slice of luck” if the 23-year-old will be fit to face Burnley. Photo: Mike Hewitt