As reported by The Mirror, Everton, Leicester City and Chelsea all hold an interest in signing Burnley's in-form defender Michael Keane.

What's the word?

With Michael Keane showing the kind of form that is prompting England international call-ups, a host of Premier League clubs are tracking his progress, with Everton the latest to join the fray.

The Mirror reports that Chelsea, Everton and Leicester City are all interested in the young centre-back and could be motivated to make a move in the January transfer window.

The paper suggests that Burnley are not keen on selling, however, especially in January, but Koeman hopes an early move could prevent the youngster from joining Premier League rivals.

His future is bright

Keane is on the verge of winning his first international cap; in October he was called up to Gareth Southgate's squad as a replacement for the injured Glen Johnson but didn't appear against Malta or Slovenia.

The 23-year-old has put in some solid performances already this season, most notably against Liverpool at Turf Moor and away to Manchester United - which both ended in Burnley clean sheets.

That's proven he has what it takes to perform at the top level after playing a starring role in Burnley's promotion to the Premier League last season.

While he's played for the interested Leicester on loan before, perhaps the chance to work under a former centre-back in Ronald Koeman will prove more tempting.

Whatever his future holds, we reckon it's bright and any club making a move for him could have a real star on their hands.

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