Liverpool target signs new deal with Sheffield United

Highly-rated youngster David Brooks has signed a new long-term deal at Sheffield United, the Championship club have announced.

The 20-year-old midfielder, linked with moves to Liverpool, Arsenal and Everton, is now contracted to the Blades for the next four years.

Brooks impressed for an England Under-20 side in the Toulon Tournament this summer but earned a first senior international call-up to the Wales squad for their recent World Cup qualifying double-header with Georgia and the Republic of Ireland.

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder told the club’s official website: “I’m delighted that David has yet again extended his contract – he’s been rewarded for an excellent start to the season.

“David sees his future at Sheffield United and that’s what we want to hear because, without doubt, he is one of the hottest properties outside the top-flight.”