Everton boss Roberto Martinez says he is not aware of any transfer request being made by Toffees defender John Stones.
Chelsea had pre-season bids of £20million and £26million for Stones rejected and Everton refused to comment on Tuesday about reports that they had turned down a third offer of £30million from the London club.
It was, though, understood the Merseysiders' stance that the 21-year-old England international is not for sale remained firm, and it has since been reported that Stones is on the brink of handing in a transfer request.
But asked on Friday if he was aware of that being the situation, Martinez - speaking at his press conference to preview Sunday's home Barclays Premier League clash with Manchester City - said: "Not at all, no."
The Spaniard added that he would have no hesitation in including Stones in his plans for Sunday's game.
Source: PA
