Sheffield United are in advanced talks to sign Louie Barry from Aston Villa on loan. The Championship club have been the most likely option for Barry since a proposed agreement to join Hull City collapsed.

What happened?

Hull City struggled to meet the £3.5million financial package agreed with Villa, which included a 50 per cent sell-on clause.

Why it matters for Sheffield United

Sheffield United have been in discussions with Villa and the 22-year-old in recent weeks, with a deal now close. It is set to be a season-long loan with no option to buy.

What comes next?

If completed, the forward will reunite with head coach Ruben Selles, who worked with Barry on loan at Hull last season. Barry had joined Hull in January after scoring 15 goals in 23 League One appearances at Stockport County. | Player | Age | | --- | --- | | Louie Barry | 22 | Sheffield United narrowly missed out on promotion to the Premier League last season following a play-off final defeat to Sunderland. Barry came through West Bromwich Albion’s academy and has had spells at Barcelona, Ipswich Town, Swindon Town, MK Dons and Salford City.