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In a stirring twist to the summer transfer window, Sheffield United have set their sights on Preston North End’s powerful striker Emil Riis, igniting excitement among Blades supporters and stirring speculation across the Championship.
Sources close to Bramall Lane reveal that the South Yorkshire club is seriously considering a move for the Danish forward as they look to bolster their attacking options following a challenging campaign. Riis, 26, has caught the eye with his blend of pace, physicality, and clinical finishing — qualities Sheffield United believe could add a new dimension to their front line.
After battling back from a long-term injury, Riis returned to the pitch last season with renewed hunger, notching several crucial goals and reminding fans and scouts alike why he remains one of the Championship’s most unpredictable threats.
Blades manager Chris Wilder is reportedly a keen admirer of Riis’s direct style and believes the Danish striker could thrive in his high-intensity system. With question marks surrounding the futures of some of United’s current forwards, Riis is being seen not just as a reinforcement — but potentially a key figure in a new-look attacking setup.
While no formal bid has been placed, talks are said to be in the early stages, with Preston understood to value Riis highly. However, with the player entering the final year of his contract, a well-placed offer from the Blades could turn heads at Deepdale.
United fans will be watching closely as the situation develops — and if the deal goes through, Emil Riis could soon be swapping Preston’s white for Sheffield United’s red and white stripes in what could be one of the window’s most intriguing moves.
