THE Reds have announced three of their pre-season friendlies for this summer - including a local derby against Sheffield United.

Barnsley will start their pre-season campaign away at Worksop Town on June 25.

They will then host League Two Crewe on July 9 on the under 23s pitch before hosting the Blades at Oakwell on July 23.

The Reds will also play on July 16 and 20 but confirmation of the opponents is yet to be announced.