According to reporter Mike McGrath, Chelsea negotiated with Derby County on Gilchrist's transfer.
Mike McGrath wrote on social media: "Chelsea has negotiated with Derby County on Gilchrist's transfer. The player was loaned to Sheffield United by the Blues last season."
English defender Gilchrist is 21 years old and represents Sheffield United in 32 games in various competitions in 2024-25 and has given 2 assists.