Sheffield United reach 'agreement' with winger in blow to Hull City, Leeds United and Queens Park Rangers

The 21-year-old has been among the most sought-after players this summer, with a raft of clubs on his trail. Leeds United and Hull City have been linked, as have the likes of Queens Park Rangers and Watford.

There have also been reports of Southampton eyeing a permanent deal, although it appears Sheffield United may have won the race for his signature. According to Football Insider, Rak-Sakyi has agreed to move to Bramall Lane on a temporary basis.

Reports had previously indicated the Blades were willing to offer the winger a pay rise in order to lure him to South Yorkshire.

A former England under-20 international, Rak-Sakyi is well thought of at Selhurst Park and was in and around the senior set-up at the start of last season. He was appearing from the bench frequently until injury brought his progress to a halt.

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Having previously lit up League One during a loan spell at Charlton Athletic, it appears the wideman will now have a chance to shine in the second tier of English football.

If a deal is pushed over the line, it would represent a continuation of Sheffield United’s aggressive approach to the transfer market. They have recently landed a number of in-demand figures, with Alfie Gilchrist, Harrison Burrows and Kieffer Moore among them.

There have, however, also been some high-profile departures at Bramall Lane. The most recent to depart is forward Will Osula, who has stepped back up to the Premier League with a move to Newcastle United.