Sheffield United’s roster has already experienced a dramatic exodus this summer, as Chris Wilder rips up practically everything to start over, and another significant departure could be on the way.

Sheffield United’s retained list saw 10 players leave the club at the end of their contracts or when their loans expired, including Ben Mee, Danny Ings, Jairo Riedewald, and Tyler Bindon.

Since then, Andre Brooks has joined Norwich City for £8 million, while Alex Matos has gone on loan to Turkish side Goztepe, as the Blades’ team is likely to look radically different next season.

The acquisitions of Matt Doherty and Romelle Donovan, as well as the expected arrival of Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips, will give fans something to smile about heading into the new season, but one more exit could be on the way, and it could be the most devastating yet.

Gustavo Hamer of Sheffield United could be returning to Coventry City following productive negotiations between the player and the club.

While Brooks’ move to Norwich has been severely condemned by a large number of Sheffield United fans, rightfully so, one more departure may prove even more frustrating, even if it was not entirely predicted.

Gustavo Hamer joined Bramall Lane from Coventry City in the summer of 2023 for about £15 million, following the Blades’ promotion to the Premier League. The Brazilian-born Dutch midfielder has been one of the Championship’s standout players in recent years.

Since then, Hamer has scored 22 goals and assisted 29 in 123 appearances for Sheffield United across all competitions in three years, one of which was in the top division.

Despite only appearing in 37 league games last season, the 29-year-old led the Championship in assists with 13, while also scoring five goals.

Hamer’s value to the team, whether from the left or through the middle, cannot be overstated; yet, according to Will Oelrich via X, his old club Coventry has held constructive negotiations with the player’s camp about a possible return to the CBS Arena this summer.

With 12 months remaining on his current contract in South Yorkshire, many expected Hamer to go this summer, so the Blades don’t lose him for nothing.

Leeds United and West Ham United had already been connected with deals for Hamer, but it now appears that Hamer may be making an emotional homecoming to the club that first brought him to the United Kingdom over six years ago.

Hamer would be a major loss for the Blades, with his creativity and goal threat from the middle of the pitch difficult to replace, but with an exit imminent, Sheffield United fans will be hoping for a backup plan.

How Sheffield United fans responded to Gus Hamer’s likely return to Coventry

With Hamer connected with a return to Coventry, Sheffield United fans have resorted to social media to share their emotions, with some differing opinions.

This Sheffield United fan believes Hamer would play well in the Premier League despite his age, and has suggested that an £8 million cost will be sufficient for the two clubs to agree on a trade.

Hamer was definitely Sheffield United’s most impactful player last season, particularly in terms of attacking ability, and finding someone who can shine as brightly as he did for an optimum amount will be extremely tough.