BEN BRERETON DIAZ is planning to go back to Villarreal.
The talented forward was loaned to Sheffield United after a difficult few months in LaLiga following his switch from Blackburn, failing to score in his 20 appearances in Spain.
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But now the Chile international, 24, wants another crack at Spanish football.
The Blades would love Brereton Diaz to come back to them for a second spell but their chances appear slim.
The only possible alternative to Villarreal is if another Premier League club come in.
Brazilian midfielder Vini Sousa may also leave if United are relegated as expected.
But there is incoming activity too as boss Chris Wilder looks to exploit the loan market.
United are looking into a swoop for Spurs centre-half Ashley Phillips, 18.
He has impressed on loan at Plymouth this term.
Wilder’s side seemingly took another step towards relegation on Saturday.
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They were beaten 2-0 away at Brentford thanks to an own goal from Oliver Arblaster before Frank Onyeka wrapped up the victory in injury time.
That leaves United adrift at the bottom of the Premier League table.
They have picked up just three wins and 16 points from 32 matches, shipping 84 goals.
Sheffield United are ten points from safety with six games remaining.
And should the Blades go down to the Championship, they will be slapped with a two-point deduction.
The EFL fined the Yorkshire club £310,455 after defaulting on payments during last season when they were promoted.