Sheffield United vs Preston - Wilder set to ring the changes for Sheffield United

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder is set to make changes for the visit of Preston in the Sky Bet Championship.

Wilder rotated his squad for Wednesday’s goalless draw with Birmingham, so the likes of Enda Stevens, Kieron Freeman, John Lundstram, Billy Sharp and David McGoldrick are in contention to return.

Midfielder Paul Coutts, out since breaking his leg last November, is nearing a return but will be given a run-out for the Under-23s in a behind-closed-doors friendly this week before being considered.

Defender Jake Wright is out until next month with a back injury.

Preston welcome back Ryan Ledson from suspension but fellow midfielder Ben Pearson is still banned.

Ledson has now completed his three-match ban for his sending-off at Leeds in the Carabao Cup but Pearson still has one match to serve for his dismissal against Bolton.

Midfielder Alan Browne looks to have come through his return from a hip injury unscathed.

Calum Woods, Sean Maguire (both hamstring) and striker Billy Bodin (knee) remain on the sidelines.