Preston North End face competition from Como in pursuit of Chelsea defender Alfie Gilchrist, according to The Athletic. Preston are among the teams interested in landing the full-back on loan this summer as they gear up for another year in the Championship. However, they will need to see off interest from elsewhere if they are to lure him to Deepdale.

Gilchrist, 20, is believed to be a man in-demand in this transfer window and Chelsea have a big decision to make on what to do with him. He joined them back in 2014 and has since risen up through their ranks.

In this latest update regarding his situation by The Athletic, Como are poised to rival the Lilywhites in the race for his signature. They have recently been promoted to Serie A from Serie B and are in the hunt for some new signings as they prepare for life in the top flight.