Derby say no to Bryson offer

Last updated : 25 June 2014 By Tony Scholes

The statement reads: "Derby County today received an undisclosed bid for midfielder Craig Bryson from Burnley.

"The offer was immediately rejected.

"The Rams remain in discussions with Bryson, who was Derby's Player of the Year in the 2013/14 campaign, with regards to extending his existing contract. "

It adds: "Bryson, along with the rest of Derby's first team squad, will be reporting back for pre-season training this week."

There has been some confusion over an apparent clause in his contract allowing clubs to speak to him if they offer £750,000. Latest indications are that it is merely a trigger to speak to him and Derby are reported to be wanting closer to £2 million.

Given the statement on their web site, it doesn't suggest that the two clubs are currently negotiating although my information is that Bryson and Burnley have agreed terms.