'This is another step to where I want to be' - Brooks

Sheffield United midfielder Andre Brooks says he will be "working hard to stay in the team" after signing a new contract.

The academy graduate, who has been with the club since the age of eight, has signed a new deal that will keep him with the Blades until 2027.

Brooks made his Premier League debut as a substitute on the opening day of the season against Crystal Palace and has become a regular feature in Chris Wilder's starting line-up - starting the past seven games in all competitions.

The 20-year-old said on signing his new deal: "I am absolutely delighted, it's great to get it over the line. The gaffer has come in and showed confidence in me straight away and that's been a huge boost, it is up to me now to reward him for the faith he's showed in me.

"I've been in the system now for 12 years, and this is another step to where I want to be. I know there's still a long road ahead, so I'll be working hard to stay in the team and to keep learning and improving."

Manager Wilder added: "Since I've been back in the building, Andre has been outstanding. He's got a bright future ahead of him, but he knows he has to go on now and cement himself as a first team player.

"He'll get all the support he needs from the staff here, so the challenge now for him is to build on the start he's made and kick on again."