Sheffield United are set to complete a free transfer for Leicester City's Hamza Choudhury, fending off interest from fellow Championship side Derby County. The versatile midfielder/right-back returns to Bramall Lane having previously spent time on loan with the Blades, meaning he is expected to settle in quickly and could be available for selection almost immediately.

A medical was scheduled for Sunday, 30 August 2026, with the move addressing a specific need at right-back after an injury to Femi Seriki left United short in that position. Choudhury, who has made 129 Championship appearances in his career, could potentially feature when Sheffield United face Bolton Wanderers on Tuesday. The report notes the club's tight ownership-imposed spending constraints mean free or low-cost signings such as this are their main route to strengthening the squad late in the transfer window.