Chelsea 'to reject Michy Batshuayi loan bids'

Chelsea are reportedly not prepared to send Michy Batshuayi on loan in the January transfer window.

The summer signing from Marseille is yet to start a Premier League match for the Blues this season, while he has managed just three goals in all competitions since his arrival in English football.

A number of clubs, including West Ham United, have been linked with a loan swoop for the 23-year-old, who is believed to be frustrated with his lack of first-team action in recent weeks.

However, according to The Guardian, Chelsea boss Antonio Conte will resist attempts from rival clubs to sign the Belgian international due to his lack of first-team strikers at Stamford Bridge.

Diego Costa's one-game suspension is expected to see Batshuayi make his first league start of the season in Chelsea's home game with Bournemouth on December 26.