Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo's future at Old Trafford is uncertain, having reached a contract stalemate - and Chelsea are said to be eyeing a transfer if the star chooses to leave

Chelsea transfer news as Cole Palmer leaves a cryptic hint over his stance on seeing Kobbie Mainoo sign following surprise reports

Cole Palmer has reacted to reports that suggest Chelsea are 'leading the chase' to sign Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. Chelsea are said to be interested in bringing the England international to Stamford Bridge after his boyhood club reached a 'stalemate' in contract talks with Mainoo's representatives.

Latest Chelsea transfer news and gossip with Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo linked with a move to Stamford Bridge

Chelsea are reportedly the most likely team to swoop for Kobbie Mainoo if he ends up sealing a transfer away from Manchester United. The talented young

The United star has two years left on his contract at Old Trafford, but is thought to be in a stalemate over a new deal with the club, despite his stratospheric rise in the last 12 months.

After The Athletic's David Ornstein said there is 'no news' on a new United deal for Mainoo on Sunday, the Daily Mail have stated Chelsea are at the front of the queue in trying to recruit the England international if he leaves Old Trafford.