Norwich and Brighton have made enquiries to Chelsea about taking midfielder Danny Drinkwater on loan but his wages remains a major stumbling block, according to Evening Standard.
Drinkwater looked certain to stay at Stamford Bridge for another season last week because it was understood no concrete offers had been made.
But with the window coming to a close on Thursday, newly-promoted Norwich and Brighton have registered late interest.
However, both clubs will struggle to afford his salary of at least £100,000-a-week. It means Chelsea might have to consider still paying some of his wages to get him to go elsewhere.