Leeds United and Chelsea are likely to be in regular contact this summer, with the Blues linked with Whites winger Crysencio Summerville. That may not be the only deal the two parties do together, with Daniel Farke a fan of a rising star in the Blues ranks.

Leeds have been linked with young defender Alfie Gilchrist and have let Chelsea know of their desire to potentially get a deal done that brings the 20-year-old to Elland Road. No official approach has been made and Leeds are not believed to have spoken to the player’s representatives, but both parties are aware of the interest.

Now, it has been reported by our sister site Football. London that the Blues are ready to make Gilchrist available for loan next season in order to allow the player to gain necessary experience. The prospect of a move to promotion-chasing Leeds would delight Chelsea, who would pick up a loan fee and also get to see how Gilchrist develops under the Elland Road spotlight.

Chelsea will only listen to loan offers for Gilchrist, but that will suit Leeds, who are set to utilise the loan market this summer to bolster their squad for another tilt at Premier League promotion. Having come through the academy at Chelsea, Gilchrist is seen as a potential star at Chelsea and has just enjoyed something of a breakthrough season having been used by Mauricio Pochettino in the last campaign, mainly coming off the bench to impress.