Hull City face a big decision over the future of midfielder Steven Alzate, with interest continuing to grow in the Colombian ahead of the players’ return to pre-season training on Monday.
Alzate was one of City’s most consistent performers last season in the 28 games he played, after arriving on a free transfer shortly after the summer window closed in September.
City will hope to claim a sizeable transfer fee for the 26-year-old, with the likes of Valencia enquiring about the potential of doing a deal.
The La Liga giants, managed by former West Brom boss Carlos Corberan, have been keen on signing Alzate for a lengthy period of time, but so are Sheffield United following the arrival of Ruben Selles. The new Blades head coach managed Alzate in the second half of last season, and is a big admirer of the ex-Brighton and Hove Albion man and a switch to Bramall Lane could yet happen.
It’s understood there’s also interest in Alzate from Serie A and the MLS, with City hoping the level of interest in the stylish performer creates something of a bidding war in the coming weeks.
While the club rates Alzate highly, it’s believed that the level of transfer fee his sale could command for a player who arrived on a free transfer would be difficult to ignore.
Elsewhere, the Tigers are continuing discussions over a potential loan move for a left-back, which they hope could be concluded soon, while discussions with Oliver McBurnie continue and a host of other possible new recruits.
City have so far signed three players since the arrival of Sergej Jakirovic earlier this month. Moroccan midfielder Reda Laalaoui, goalkeeper Dillon Phillips and experienced Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi have joined the club.
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