John Lundstram ‘set to QUIT Sheffield United in January after contract talks break down’ as Rangers eye free transfer

JOHN LUNDSTRAM is reportedly set to quit Sheffield United in January after a breakdown in contract talks.

The midfielder's current deal at Bramall Lane expires at the end of the season.

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Boss Chris Wilder is eager to keep the player at the club having offered a new long-term contract.

But report how the 26-year-old has opted to reject the deal put on the table throwing his future into doubt.

Burnley and Crystal Palace are closely watching his situation and are eyeing a bargain free transfer at the end of the season.

Steven Gerrard's Rangers are also preparing a move for his signature.

Lundstram will be able to agree a pre-contract with foreign clubs in January should he fail to sign a new deal.

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He moved to the Blades in July 2017 from Oxford United and helped guide them to the Premier League.

Lundstram played a huge part in their impressive campaign last season scoring five times in 34 league appearances.

He has also started each of the club's six Prem matches this campaign.