Sheffield United v Barnsley preview

Team news ahead of Saturday's Sky Bet League 1 clash between Sheffield United and Barnsley

Sheffield United are expected to be unchanged for the fifth straight game against fellow play-off hopefuls and local rivals Barnsley.

Boss Nigel Adkins, who has no new injury or suspension worries, has reaped the benefits of a settled line-up as the Blades bid to extend their unbeaten run to five matches.

Adkins' side have hit form at just the right time as they bid to keep alive their late challenge for a top-six finish.

Midfielders Martyn Woolford and Florent Cuvelier are the most likely to force their way into the starting XI, while 20-goal striker Billy Sharp is set to continue up front alongside Che Adams.

Barnsley defender Aidy White is hoping to be in contention after having an injection to help resolve an abdominal problem.

Caretaker head coach Paul Heckingbottom will give White until the last minute to prove his fitness but will otherwise select from an unchanged squad.

Fellow defenders James Bree and George Smith both remain sidelined due to hamstring injuries and winger Ryan Williams (groin) is looking towards next season following an injury-troubled campaign.

The Reds have lost only one of their last seven league games and are bidding to climb back into the top six.