Sheffield United have become the first English club to sign a foreign player from a Russian club since the war in Ukraine commenced.

The Blades have secured central defender Filip Uremovic until the end of the season.

The 25-year-old is contracted to Rubin Kazan in Russia, but the Croatian's deal has been suspended due to the war.

Blades manager Paul Heckingbottom said: "Filip is someone our recruitment team know all about, they've watched him since he played for Croatia U21s, but financially he's always been out of the club's reach.

"Unfortunately, because of the terrible situation between Ukraine and Russia, some players have had contracts suspended.

"We spoke, and thankfully he sees this as an ideal place to stay short term."