Hull City's "Irritating" Bid for Hamburg Midfielder Sparks Transfer Saga
Hull City's new manager, Tim Walter, is looking to raid his former club, Hamburg SV, for midfielder Jonas Meffert this summer. The 48-year-old German tactician, who joined the Tigers after a successful three-year stint at the Bundesliga 2 side, reportedly sees the 29-year-old as a key addition to his Championship squad.
According to German publication Bild, Walter has convinced the Hull City board to make an offer for Meffert, who has less than a year remaining on his contract at Hamburg SV. The initial bid, believed to be around â¬300,000, has been met with disdain by the German club, particularly considering their significant spending this transfer window, estimated at â¬13 million.
Bild describes the offer as "irritating" and claims it has not convinced Hamburg SV to part ways with their midfield stalwart. However, the report states that Meffert himself is keen on a move to Hull City, and the Championship side could make a fresh attempt to secure his services before the transfer window closes.
The publication offers no indication of Hamburg SV's willingness to negotiate a transfer, nor does it mention the potential fee required to convince the German club. It remains unclear whether Meffert's desire to join Hull City will be enough to overcome Hamburg SV's apparent reluctance to sell.
This transfer saga is likely to intensify in the coming weeks, with both clubs vying for the best possible outcome. Whether the Tigers' pursuit of Meffert culminates in a successful signing remains to be seen, but the "irritating" offer has undoubtedly sparked a captivating chapter in the summer transfer window.
