United have agreed a three-month loan swap deal with Southampton for the services of Nathan Dyer and Jordan Robertson.

Diminutive winger Dyer will arrive at Bramall Lane on Friday afternoon, whilst United Academy product Robertson is expected to go straight into the Saints squad to face Doncaster Rovers on Saturday. The deal expires on 28 December.

Of the double deal, boss Kevin Blackwell said: "Nathan has got the ability to play wide left, he's blessed with exceptional pace, and as a young kid, when he first came on to the scene, he was spoken of in the same terms as Theo Walcott.

"Our fans will love him, he will add an extra dimension and spark to our play. Because he will not arrive until Friday afternoon, he will more than likely start on the bench."

Blackwell adds: "It is also a terrific opportunity for Jordan, he will get first team experience which he won't get here at the moment because he has the likes of Beattie, Sharp and Webber in front of him."

In addition, Blackwell is also looking to boost his squad further, he is expecting to welcome four triallists on Monday. They include former Manchester City winger Kiki Musampa, Premiership winner Quinton Fortune and a couple of Spaniards.