In pictures: Premier League stars train in Dubai

This season's surprise package Sheffield United take to Dubai for winter break

Published: February 14, 2020 11:36 Matthew Smith, Sport Editor

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Sheffield United are the latest club to take to the sunny shores of Dubai during the English Premier League winter break Image Credit: Twitter

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Chris Wilder's men were delighted to get out in the sunshine, having battled to a 2-1 win over Bournemouth in their last match as Storm Ciara battered the UK. Image Credit: Twitter

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That victory took Sheffield United to within two points of a top-four spot in the Premier League and they are tantalisingly close to Champions League football next season Image Credit: Twitter

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It is a remarkable journey for the side who were promoted from the Championship at the start of the season, and were tipped by many for relegation Image Credit: AFP

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The only down side to the Dubai trip for the Blades may be the concern it will halt their momentum in the league. Image Credit: Twitter

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Sheffield are currently fifth in the Premier League standings, two points behind Chelsea, who have played a game less. Tottenham are two points behind the Blades and also have a game in hand Image Credit: Twitter

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But Sheffield are certainly riding high on confidence and will go into their next match against Brighton on February 22 looking to pick up all three points Image Credit: Twitter

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