Derby County have rejected a £1.5 million bid from Burnley for their skipper Richard Keogh, reports the Irish Independent.

The defender is in the final year of his contract at Pride Park and Rams boss Steve McClaren has revealed in the Derby Telegraph that the club have offered new deals to the Republic of Ireland international and his team mate Chris Martin.

Premier League new boys Burnley have been linked with a move for Keogh throughout the summer.

McClaren said of the Derby captain:

“Richard Keogh is a big part of this football club, he is the captain.

“The way he plays is kind of special for us. He can come out and play. He can defend, is a good all-rounder and a good leader.

“I hope we can knock back any offers coming in but if we do get offers for our players, it shows they are being recognised.

“I want to keep this squad. We have worked very hard to get them all signed up. I think there is only a couple to go.

“Once we do that, I will be satisfied.

“And once the window closes, I will be even more pleased.”