Leeds United target Morgan agrees new Sheffield United deal

Morgan, 32, has spent seven years at the Blades after joining from hometown club Barnsley in 2003.

He has made 250 league starts for the club and has signed a contract as a player, ending further speculation that he wanted a deal that involved a coaching role with United.

Leeds had been linked with the defender following their promotion from League One earlier this month.

Blades chief executive Trevor Birch said: "This is a vitally important signing for us, because Chris - to many players and supporters - embodies the spirit of the Blades and he is a reassuring and inspirational figure out on the pitch.

"Chris is a Bladesman through and through and, whilst we were willing to insert a coaching clause in the contract, Chris felt he wanted to maximise his playing opportunities for as long as possible."