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Bradford City have rejected Sheffield United's approach to speak to boss Phil Parkinson, 91Èȱ¬ Radio Sheffield reports.

It is understood there is figure that would trigger a release clause in Parkinson's contract but the Blades have failed to meet it.

United are looking for a new boss after parting company with Nigel Clough on Monday after they lost to Swindon in the League One play-offs.

Parkinson, 47, is under contract at Bradford until the end of next season.

In the 2012-13 season, his first full campaign as manager, Bradford became the first League Two side to reach a major Wembley final when they appeared against Swansea in the League Cup.

The Bantams were then promoted at Wembley at the end of that season by winning the play-offs.

This season, Parkinson took the team on a memorable run to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup, coming from 2-0 down to beat Premier League champions Chelsea 4-2 at Stamford Bridge, before beating Sunderland 2-0 in round five.

Sheffield United are set for a fifth successive season in League One.