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Hull City have rejected a seven-figure bid from New York Red Bulls for midfielder Leonardo da Silva Lopes, Hull Live can reveal.

Da Silva Lopes only joined the Tigers from Wigan in August but an impressive first half of the season has seen him lined up as a target for the MLS side.

It is understood an offer has been tabled in the last seven days but City were quick to reject the bid.

The Tigers have made it clear they have no wish to sell Da Silva Lopes in this transfer window but New York Red Bulls could return with an improved offer after identifying the youngster as a rising star.

MLS clubs are increasingly shifting their focus away from marquee names towards signing youthful and energetic players, with Da Silva Lopes fitting the bill for the Red Bulls hierarchy.

The 21-year-old signed a three-year deal at the KCOM Stadium when moving from Wigan five months ago and has become an influential figure in Grant McCann’s plans after making 21 league appearances to date.

The form produced is also understood to have attracted interest from the Premier League, with Everton and Norwich among the clubs to have watched Da Silva Lopes.

City have already strengthened their midfield ranks during the January window after signing Herbie Kane on loan from Liverpool this morning.

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