'Under serious consideration' - Hull City 'considering' move to sign Femi Azeez from Millwall
Hull City have again been linked with a highly-rated Millwall star
Hull City are seriously considering tabling an offer for Millwall winger Femi Azeez, according to a report.
The 25-year-old was among the Championship’s most dangerous attacking outlets last term, registering 11 goals and eight assists in Millwall’s run to the play-off semi-finals.
Millwall came up against Hull at the semi-final stage but were beaten over two legs, while Hull went on to clinch promotion.
Hull City interest in Femi Azeez latest
There has already been claims of interest in Azeez from East Yorkshire and talk of a potential swoop has now resurfaced.
According to Football Insider’s Pete O’Rourke, Hull are considering a move for the versatile wideman. There is not thought to have been a bid, but it appears one could be lodged.
Posting on X, he said: “Hull are big admirers of Millwall winger Femi Azeez and are considering an offer for the player.
“At this stage there has been no official offer, but he is now under serious consideration by Premier League new boys Hull City.”
Prospect of Hull City signing Femi Azeez
Azeez would arguably be an exciting addition to Sergej Jakirovic’s squad - even if he is unlikely to come cheap.
The desire to recruit Azeez may well have been strengthened by difficulties in getting a deal for Aston Villa’s Leon Bailey over the line.
In an interview with Flashscore in June, Azeez made it clear he wanrs to play in the top flight.
The former Reading winger said: “As a footballer, you always want to play at the highest level you can. I've had a good season in the Championship, but whenever I achieve something, I'm always hungry for more and looking towards the next step.
“I'm ambitious both as a footballer and as a person, and I want to reach the highest level possible. The Premier League is the pinnacle of football, and I would love to play there one day. I'll do everything I can to make that happen.”