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Sheffield United stars follow example set by Chris Wilder and his coaching staff by agreeing to defer part of their wages until the END of 2020

Sheffield United's players have agreed a wage deferral until the end of 2020.

The Blades' playing squad have followed the lead of manager Chris Wilder, his backroom staff and the club's chief executive Stephen Bettis in accepting terms on holding part of their wages and bonus back during the coronavirus pandemic.

Bettis said on the club's official website: 'This announcement follows positive and constructive discussions throughout the club, taking into account the severity of the situation that the country finds itself in at the moment.

Sheffield United players have reached an agreement to defer part of their wages

Sheffield United players have reached an agreement to defer part of their wages

'I am pleased that we have reached an agreement with our first-team players, manager and backroom staff to help support the club.