The USA international has been linked with an array of clubs since Leeds fell out of the Premier League, including Brighton & Hove Albion, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest.

However, Chelsea appear to have won the race as The Telegraph’s Mike McGrath has claimed the midfielder is having a medical with the Blues today (August 10).

Adams reportedly has a relegation release clause in his contract, allowing him to depart Elland Road if clubs lodge a bid high enough to trigger it.

The USA international has been linked with an array of clubs since Leeds fell out of the Premier League. Image: Stu Forster/Getty Images

The energetic midfielder made 26 appearances for Leeds last season, impressing with his all-action displays before injury brought his season to a premature end. His last appearance for the Whites was in March, when Leeds held Brighton to a 2-2 draw at Elland Road.

He was in attendance for Leeds’ league opener against Cardiff City at the weekend but did not feature as he is still nursing a hamstring problem.

Adams is not the only player being linked with a move away from West Yorkshire, as there has also been speculation regarding teenage sensation Wilfried Gnonto.

Leeds United's Tyler Adams set for medical at Chelsea despite Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest and Brighton links