Reports said Manchester United made an approach in the summer transfer window to sign Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong. talkSPORT said Chelsea rejected offers from clubs in England and Europe in the summer after declaring Acheampong "untouchable".
Summer enquiries
According to talkSPORT, sources told the outlet that Manchester United were among the clubs who made enquiries for Acheampong. The report added that Chelsea are now set to give Acheampong a "bumper new deal" to ward off potential suitors.
Alonso's comments
Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso spoke about the 20-year-old defender. Alonso said: "He has taken a step forward. He is playing more maturely and more aggressively, and is knowing what it takes to compete in the Premier League."
Alonso also said: "He is on that journey as he has great potential and great qualities. He has played and he will play again."
Season appearances and United points
talkSPORT said Acheampong has featured in six of seven Premier League matches this term. Michael Carrick's Manchester United have seven points from seven Premier League matches.