Brighton step up pursuit of Millwall winger Femi Azeez

Brighton have increased their efforts to sign Millwall winger Femi Azeez before the end of the current transfer window, with the Seagulls determined to reach an agreement for the Nigeria international.

The Premier League club have already had two bids rejected by Millwall, but are expected to return with an improved offer as they attempt to persuade the Lions to sell one of their most highly rated players.

Their latest proposal is understood to be worth about £10m, including add-ons. According to The Athletic, Brighton remain keen to complete the deal before the transfer deadline despite Millwall’s resistance to their opening approaches.

Azeez has attracted significant interest after an impressive campaign in the Sky Bet Championship last season. The 25-year-old scored 11 goals and provided seven assists in 37 league appearances for Millwall.

Those performances earned him a place in the Championship Team of the Season and strengthened speculation that he could leave the club during the current transfer window.

Brighton are now stepping up their pursuit, with the club understood to be preparing a further attempt to secure the winger. However, Millwall’s decision to reject two offers means the Seagulls will need to improve their terms if they are to make progress.

Azeez’s form has made him a prominent target as Brighton seek to complete the signing before the window closes. His goalscoring contribution and creativity were key features of his Championship campaign, while his selection for the division’s Team of the Season underlined the impact he had for Millwall.

The latest offer, valued at around £10m when potential add-ons are included, has not been enough to convince Millwall to agree to a transfer. Brighton are nevertheless expected to continue their negotiations, with an improved proposal likely as they pursue the deal.

Millwall will therefore face a decision over whether to hold firm on their valuation or consider Brighton’s next approach for Azeez. For Brighton, the priority is to reach an agreement in time for the Nigeria international to move before the transfer deadline.

The winger’s 11 goals and seven assists in 37 league games last season remain the central reason for Brighton’s interest, while his inclusion in the Championship Team of the Season has further enhanced his reputation. Their continued pursuit follows two rejected bids and leaves the proposed transfer unresolved as the close of the window approaches.