Sheffield United are eyeing Chelsea U21 captain Alfie Gilchrist.

The defender is currently with Chelsea on their US tour.

Gilchrist is in talks with Chelsea about a new deal ahead of a potential loan move away.

A switch to a Championship club has been raised, but he could be offered a regular game in the Premier League by the Blades.

The Sheffield Star says Blades manager Paul Heckingbottom is keen and would favour a permanent transfer.