Chelsea continue to be linked with Derby midfielder Max Bird.

TodoFichajes reports Chelsea are in the driving seat to sign Bird this summer.

Frank Lampard worked with Bird when he was the manager of the Rams last season and is ready to clinch a £4.8million deal for the midfielder - £200,000 short of Derby's asking price.

Lampard, when asked about Bird as Derby boss, said: "He stands out as a young man. He is very polite with everyone, has a real desire to improve and he's a good team-mate.

"Whether it has been for the youth teams or when he has been with the first team, he is an all-rounder.

"I have found him to be a great lad and our relationship is really good."