DERBY County have turned down a bid from Sheffield United for defender Kieron Freeman.
Freeman made 12 appearances for the Blades during a loan spell last season and former Rams boss Nigel Clough has now attempted to land the full-back on a permanent basis.
The Wales under-21 international was brought to Derby from Nottingham Forest by Clough but he has not featured under current head coach Steve McClaren.
McClaren recently added a right-back to his squad – signing Cyrus Christie from Coventry City.
Leeds United, Blackpool, Peterborough United and Doncaster Rovers are also reported to be interested in Freeman.
Clough yesterday signed another right-back, former Peterborough United defender Craig Alcock.
"He can play anywhere across the back four and that is hugely beneficial," said the manager.
Burnley have completed the signing of striker Lukas Jutkiewicz from Middlesbrough.
The 25-year-old front man, who was a target for the Rams, has joined the Premier League new boys for a reported fee of £1.5m.
Jutkiewicz was also wanted by Wigan Athletic and Bolton Wanderers.
Midfielder George Thorne, a Rams summer target after finishing last season on loan from West Bromwich Albion, went on as a second-half substitute in the Baggies' pre-season friendly at Shrewsbury Town last night.
The Rams have had two bids rejected for the midfielder this summer, while Thorne has had two transfer requests turned down.
Meanwhile, the Rams have been linked with a loan move for Everton defender Shane Duffy and are also reported to be keen on Brighton winger Kazenga LuaLua.
Derby's home match against Wolverhampton Wanderers will be televised live on Sky Sports.
As a result, the Championship encounter on Saturday, November 8, has been moved forward to a 12.15pm kick-off.
