There are several players out of contract at Bramall Lane this summer, including firm fan favourites such as Billy Sharp. The forward gave an emotional speech at the club’s promotion parade, insisting he would stay “one, 10, 20 more years” and thanking fans “if this is the end”.
Below is every Blades player out of contract this summer as fans eagerly await publication of the club’s retained list.

1. Billy Sharp
The 37-year-old has been with the Blades since 2015. Photo: Julian Finney/Getty Images

2. Wes Foderingham
Foderingham became the club's first choice goalkeeper during the 2021/22 campaign. Photo: Naomi Baker/Getty Images

3. Oli McBurnie
The forward scored 13 league goals in the club's promotion-winning campaign. Photo: Jan Kruger/Getty Images

4. Oliver Norwood
The midfielder has been on the books at Bramall Lane since 2019. Photo: Michael Regan/Getty Images