Jack Rodwell is training at Sheffield United with a view to a possible move to Bramall Lane.

The 28-year-old has been without a club since leaving Blackburn in the summer but has been given a chance to impress at the Premier League’s surprise package this season.

Chris Wilder is looking to strengthen his squad for the second half of the season and wants to assess Rodwell, whose versatility could give the manager options.

Rodwell’s injury problems have limited his playing time since starting his career at Everton and Manchester City, earning him three England cups.

He played 22 times for Blackburn last season and went on trial at Italian giants Roma but they looked at alternatives to solve their midfield problems. Rodwell also trained at Parma in his bid for a new club.

Wilder will look at whether Rodwell will fit into his high-flying squad following their stunning start to the season in which they have gained results against Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United and Everton.

Rodwell has primarily played as a midfielder during his career but can also drop into defence, where Wilder likes his players comfortable on the ball.