Derby County have reportedly held talks with Chelsea to sign their young defender Alfie Gilchrist.
The 21-year-old, who operates primarily in central defence or as a right-back, spent last season on loan at Sheffield United.
He featured consistently under Chris Wilder as the Blades narrowly missed out on automatic promotion to the Premier League, and would go on to fall at the final hurdle after Sunderland shocked them in the play-off final at Wembley Stadium in May.
Gilchrist played 32 times across all competitions in 2024/2025, notching two assists as he made a solid impression before an ankle injury curtailed his involvement in the end of season run-in.
Now, after returning to Stamford Bridge this summer with his future up in the air, signs seem to point to Pride Park amid reports the Rams have formally opened discussions over a loan deal.
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