Sheffield United defender Chris Basham is ready to step up this season after Billy Sharp's exit.

Sharp's departure leaves a void in leadership, but Basham is ready to step in.

“I found it hard to adjust at the start without Billy being here because he was the club captain as well," Basham told the Sheffield Star. “He brought a lot of things for the club away from the field but it's something we'll adjust to as the season goes on.

“We'll miss his goals massively and him about the place. It's hard at first but it's something I'll have to try and step up to. Me and the other senior boys are looking forward to doing that and nurturing the young lads.

“We can tell them but with the fans at Bramall Lane, they'll know exactly what to expect; give it your best shot, give it everything you've got and if the results come, the fans will come with us as well."