No Chelsea move for Man Utd youngster Gomes, says Lampard

Frank Lampard has insisted there is no prospect of Chelsea signing Manchester United youngster Angel Gomes.

The Blues boss has also played down speculation linking England international Declan Rice with a move to Stamford Bridge from West Ham.

It follows reports that midfielder Gomes is set to leave United after rejecting a contract offer and that Chelsea could snap him up.

The 19-year-old has been linked with Chelsea for some time and reports have claimed the club have made him a lucrative offer. 

However, speaking at a news conference via video on Tuesday afternoon, Lampard said Gomes had “never been mentioned at my end” as a potential signing.

Lampard also said there was “no talk” of signing Rice when asked about the Hammers star.

“Until these games are finished there’s nothing to say,” he added.

Rice, who was previously on Chelsea’s books, has been touted for a move to Stamford Bridge this summer.

More Chelsea news: Duo doubtful for West Ham game

Meanwhile, Christian Pulisic and Andreas Christensen are both doubts for Chelsea’s London derby against West Ham on Wednesday.

Winger Pulisic, who has scored two goals in three appearances since football returned following the coronavirus outbreak, came off as precaution in the 1-0 FA Cup win over Leicester on Sunday.

And centre-back Christenesen missed the quarter-final victory at the King Power Stadium with a hip problem.

“Christian felt a bit of tightness in his calf in the game against Leicester,” Lampard said.

“We are managing him we haven’t got an answer yet. “

Andreas is in the squad but will have to see with another 24 hours.”

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