A recognized figure at Bramall Lane, the Chilean international concluded the previous season on loan with Sheffield United following a temporary transfer from Villareal.
The season finished with relegation to the Championship for the Blades, yet Brereton Diaz stood out as a positive influence and won over the fans.
Sheffield United has been heavily associated with pursuing another deal for the 25-year-old, who permanently signed with Southampton during the summer.
Brereton Diaz has not fully flourished at St Mary’s, sparking discussions about a possible return to South Yorkshire.
Sunderland and Blackburn Rovers have also shown interest in the adaptable forward, although recent reports suggested that he would exclusively contemplate a return to Sheffield United.
According to The Star, the Blades are making significant progress towards finalizing a deal to bring Brereton Diaz back to Bramall Lane.
An adept forward in Championship play, he last featured in the league for Blackburn before being approached by Villareal in 2023.
He might be one of two strikers arriving, as the Blades are also close to finalizing the acquisition of Leicester City’s Tom Cannon.
The Republic of Ireland international was recently recalled from his loan stint at Stoke City, where he netted 11 goals in 25 appearances.
