Blackburn Rovers immediately turn down Fulham’s bid for Ben Brereton Diaz

The Athletic recently claimed that Fulham have submitted a bid for Blackburn Rovers star Ben Brereton Diaz.

However, it was said to be immediately rejected by the Championship side as the offer wasn’t to their liking, according to reputed journalist Alan Myers.

The Riversiders reportedly wanted £20 million plus add-ons to let their star player leave in this transfer window. However, the Cottagers submitted bid was reported to be far less than that valuation.  

The 23-year-old’s current contract at Ewood Park is set to expire next year and is said to be unwilling to pen an extension. 

He enjoyed a spectacular 2021-22 season when he struck an incredible 22 goals and was the joint-third top-scorer in the Championship. 

His performances have attracted plenty of attention from Premier League clubs this summer, with Leeds United, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Southampton, West Ham United and Brighton & Hove Albion all keen to sign him. 

Jon Dahl Tomasson is very keen to keep the Chile international at Blackburn but he admitted that ‘money will decide what happens.’ 

Brereton Diaz wasn’t a prolific goal scorer before the 2021-22 season. After arriving at Ewood Park in 2018, he struck only nine goals in his first three Championship campaigns. 

However, he took his game to the next level last term when he struck 22 goals to help his side finish eighth in the table. 

He has continued his spectacular form this season as he has scored three goals in seven league appearances so far. 

Brereton Diaz is only 23-years-old and is highly regarded for his dribbling and finishing ability. He can excel in the Premier League if he makes a move to Fulham before the transfer deadline.