The Blades will be keen to avoid a repeat of the 2020/21 season, when they fell out of the top tier at the end of a disastrous campaign. However, Premier League talent does not come cheap and the club may have to dip into the free agent market.
Here are 11 players who, as it stands, are set to become free agents this summer and may interest Sheffield United.
9. Jesse Lingard
It has not quite worked out for Lingard at Nottingham Forest and he may be looking for a fresh start. Photo: Stu Forster/Getty Images
10. Daniel Amartey
Amartey is soon to be out of contract at Leicester City and may be keen to remain a top flight player. Photo: Marc Atkins/Getty Images
11. Joel Latibeaudiere
The defender will soon be out of contract at Swansea City. Photo: Steve Bardens/Getty Images