Brighton have made an official bid for Bundesliga youngster Said El Mala after seeing two previous offers rejected.
The Premier League club are continuing their pursuit of the rising star, with the latest proposal now formally lodged as they look to push a deal over the line.
It has been revealed that Brighton’s first two approaches were turned down, but the Seagulls have not backed away and have returned with a third attempt in the hope of finally reaching an agreement.
El Mala has attracted growing attention thanks to his rapid progress in Germany, and Brighton appear keen to move quickly as they strengthen their squad planning.
Brighton are now waiting to see whether their newest bid is enough after the earlier rejections, with the club clearly determined to land El Mala on the third try.
