Li Tie linked to Blades move

China international Li Tie is closing in on a summer move to Barclays Premiership-bound Sheffield United after being released by Everton.

The 28-year-old has been informed by Goodison Park boss David Moyes that he has no future at the club and has hinted at a move to Yorkshire.

Neil Warnock’s side already have strong links with China through their ownership of B-league team Chengdu Blades, with Li insisting he wants to remain in England.

“Both sides are very positive. There are only a few details remaining to be discussed,” he told the Beijing Times.

“Barring any surprises, we should be able to settle this by the start of next month.”

Li’s agent Xu Hongtao has confirmed his client will be hoping to secure a deal after the World Cup following a disappointing season with the Blues after signing from Chinese club Liaoning Fushen in 2002.