According to Norwegian newspaper Bergensavisen, SK Brann have launched a bid of 3.5 million NOK (approximately 470,000 euros) for the signature of Nigeria international Fegor Ogude.

The bid from the Bergen based outfit has been deemed insufficient by the leadership of  Vålerenga.

As per club policy, sports administrator of Brann, Rolf Magne Walstad has refused to confirm or dismiss reports that negotiations are ongoing between the two Tippeligaen rivals.

'' We do not comment on such things,'' he  simply told ba.no.

Though Brann are being secretive about the bid for Ogude, it is common knowledge that the club want to recruit a central midfielder before the close of the transfer window on March 31.