Sheffield United are looking to build on last year's success and mount a serious promotion challenge in the 2018/19 season.

After a top half finish last season, Sheffield United fans will be optimistic that a successful season lies ahead, especially if they can secure a couple of decent new additions to the squad.

Chris Wilder's future has now been sorted out and they have made their first summer signing in Manchester United's Dean Henderson on a season-long loan deal.

However, the Blades still need to shift a number of fringe players and replace them with players who can contend for first-team starting spots.

The main two positions to target are centre-halves and strikers ahead of the new season.

But if Wilder gets it right, Sheffield United could be right in the mix for promotion.

Here is a possible XI that Wilder could line up with next season, in his preferred 3-5-2 system, including some new signings.

Sheffield United made Henderson their first summer signing.

After being named in the PFA League One Team of the Year with 19 clean sheets to his name at Shrewsbury Town, the 21-year-old is surely ready for Championship action.

Experienced Championship defender Stearman is likely to retain his spot in the team.

The 30-year-old offers leadership and commitment at the back.

Clarke is one of the best players in League One and he could easily step up to play Championship football.

The 21-year-old is a rock at back for Portsmouth, dominant in the air and with the ball on the ground.

O'Connell may still be relatively young but he is a no-nonsense defender who has impressed for the Blades.

The 24-year-old is one of the first names on the team sheet at the back.

Baldock had an exceptional season last year and should continue in the right-wing-back role.

Sheffield United fans will be hoping the 25-year-old stays injury free all year.

Coutts is another player who needs to steer clear of injuries to ensure success for Sheffield United.

The Scotsman is a very good midfielder when fit, although Mark Duffy is a more than capable deputy if he isn't.

Evans arrived in January and has already impressed with good central midfield displays.

The 23-year-old is getting better with each game and endeared himself to fans with a couple of stunning long-range strikes.

Fleck is one of the most underrated players in the division.

The 26-year-old Scotsman has a magic left foot and dictates play from midfield.

Stevens joined from Portsmouth last summer and he was a very impressive addition.

The 27-year-old gets up and down that left flank, making him the perfect candidate for this role.

Sheffield United need to sign another striker to compete with Billy Sharp and Leon Clarke up top.

McBurnie, 22, scored nine goals in 16 starts for struggling Barnsley last term and he is available for a mere compensation fee this summer when his Swansea contract expires.

The Blades could opt to give a chance to Brooks next year in the hope to keep him.

The 20-year-old is a Premier League target but he could become a regular starter for Wilder if he stays.