Reading boss Steve Clarke has confirmed Chelsea can recall Michael Hector in January.

But Clarke insists he hasn't heard a peep from the Premier League champions.

"Chelsea haven't been in touch with me and as far as I know they haven't been in touch with the club," the Reading boss said.

"There is a recall clause in January, which there is in most season long loans. It's not for the whole month, but there is a week in January when they could take him back - if they want him.

"But I've had no indication that Chelsea want to take Michael back in January."