DEFENDER DECISION SOON
Neil Warnock will soon have to make a decision on Terry Phelan's future as the veteran defender nears the end of his short-term contract.
Phelan signed a three-month deal in early August after being brought in to provide temporary cover.
With Shane Nicholson forced to miss the start of the season through suspension, United were left without a recognised left-back following Rob Ullathorne's departure.
Phelan, who was a free agent after being released by Fulham, played in the first six games of the campaign before losing his place through injury.
He recently returned to the side though, and will be hoping to persuade Warnock to offer him a contract extension.
Warnock has to weigh-up whether to retain Phelan or try and negotiate a deal with Ullathorne who is back training with United after failing to secure a contract elsewhere.
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Patrick Suffo, Paul Peschisolido, Carl Asaba and Laurent D'Jaffo are all struggling to shake-off injuries.
Adrian Littlejohn, who rejoined United on a non-contract basis earlier this week, could therefore be called on to play.
He played in the reserves on Wednesday night after being an unused substitute at Preston 24 hours earlier.
Peter Ndlovu partnered D'Jaffo at Deepdale and the Zimbabwean may again feature in a central striking role - Warnock can also use Paul Devlin, if required, in attack.
The versatile Georges Santos, who would have provided Warnock with another option, starts a three-match ban.
A hamstring injury is likely to keep Keith Curle on the sidelines.
United have picked up just one point from their last three games which were all away from home.
Crewe, who are two points above The Blades, were held to a goalless draw at home to Stockport on Wednesday night.
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