Sheffield United are in the leading position ahead of Wolverhampton Wanderers and Birmingham City to sign Harry McGlinchey in a permanent deal from Chelsea.

Last week, it was revealed that Sheffield United, Birmingham and Wolves were in competition for Harry McGlinchey.

According to Football Insider, Birmingham City have made an approach to sign Chelsea left-back Harry McGlinchey. The report claims this means that the Blues are now in talks with the Premier League club over a deal for him. Birmingham must now convince the Ireland U19 international that a move to St. Andrew's is the best next step in his development.

Birmingham City are competing to sign Irish left-back Harry McGlinchey from Chelsea. According to Football Insider, the 18-year-old is available to sign this January, provided a sell-on clause is included in any potential deal. There is uncertainty regarding his future this winter, as McGlinchey has not made any senior-level appearances for Chelsea. McGlinchey has a contract with Chelsea until June 2027, but he could leave the club as early as this month. Birmingham City are aiming to complete a deal for McGlinchey before the transfer window closes on 2 February. Chelsea are willing to let the player leave in the winter window but want a deal that includes a sell-on clause. Sheffield United have also been reported as interested in the defender, who has made six appearances for Ireland's U19s. This season in the U18 Premier League, he has two assists in five games.