Fulham suffer Greening blow
20 Jul 2009 - 14:16:22
Fulham are reported to have had an improved bid of £3.25million for midfielder Jonathan Greening rejected by West Bromwich Albion.
The 30-year-old recently had a transfer request turned down by the Baggies, who were relegated from the Premier League last season.
That led to the Cottagers lodging a bid of just over £2million, which was rejected by Albion as being derisory.
Cottagers boss Roy Hodgson had said after his club's initial offer was rejected: "I am hoping that there may still be some dialogue between the clubs.
"I do know that Jonathan will be very keen to join us and he will be a good addition to our squad with his experience and quality."
Meanwhile, Fulham are reported to be close to agreeing a deal for Lillestrom winger Bjorn Helge Riise.
The Norwegian's agent, Tore Pedersen, told Sky Sports: "We are in talks with Fulham about a move. I am having some meetings and hopefully I will have more news soon."