For a bit of fun in the meantime, we fired up the latest edition of Football Manager, and simulated the game beyond the summer and into the future. We had a look at the starting XI, key subs and manager it predicts will be on show for the Millers on the opening day of the 2020/21 campaign.

13. Sub: Richard Wood
In a bold call, the veteran skipper is forced to settle for a place on the bench. He'll surely break back into the side, though. | Getty Images Photo: George Wood

14. Sub: Adam Thompson
He's on the bench for now, but Peterborough United are looking to snap him up before the transfer deadline. | Getty Images Photo: Catherine Ivill

15. Sub: Luke Steele
Signed on the cheap, the experienced stopper should be a fine understudy for Stockdale. | Getty Images Photo: Laurence Griffiths

16. Sub: Ben Wiles
The youth academy product doesn't make the starting XI, but should get plenty of minutes throughout the campaign. | Getty Images Photo: Lewis Storey

