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Sheffield United’s medical department will still be able to treat any players who sustain injuries during their enforced isolation after installing video conferencing technology on all of their phones before the Steelphalt Academy was mothballed.

Enda Stevens, who was recovering from a calf complaint when the fixture calendar was suspended due to the coronavirus crisis, is believed to be the first beneficiary of the tool which enables him to speak directly with United’s fitness and conditioners.

Having been ordered to work out at home when the government introduced a series of social distancing measures to try and curb the spread of the disease, any member of United’s squad who suffers a muscle strain or tear whilst in lockdown will also be able to receive a tailor-made rehabilitation programme.

United manager Chris Wilder

Sheffield United put important plan in place to help players