Sunderland midfielder Neil is a highly rated talent and Premier League sides have been keeping a close eye on his development.
Liverpool have scouted Neil in action, but it is another Premier League club who have approached Sunderland on deadline day.
Burnley have been in touch with Sunderland to offer to take Neil on loan, with the loan also containing an obligation to buy.
Sunderland have rebuffed the Clarets’ approach.
That may not be the end of the matter though as Burnley are mulling whether to slap in another offer for Neil.
The 21-year-old midfielder came through the youth system at Sunderland and his progression has drawn attention.
Neil has been capped by England at Under-20 level and may be tempted by the idea of a move to the Premier League.
