HULL City manager Steve Bruce has been left frustrated in his attempts to sign striker Jordan Rhodes from Blackburn Rovers.
The Tigers are hoping to land the Championship hot-shot in a deal that could be worth £12m.
However, Blackburn have now issued a statement saying they have no intention of selling their prize asset.
Bruce told the Hull Daily Mail: "It's difficult. We got an indication from Blackburn 2-3 days ago or a week ago that they were prepared to sell. But now we hear he's not for sale at any price.
"We'll have a conversation with Blackburn in the next 24-48 hours then if it's not to be, we'll go for the next one.
"Is he for sale or is he not for sale?"
CHELSEA midfielder George Saville could be on his way to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Wolves want the 21-year-old on loan but face competition from Championship rivals Middlesbrough, according to reports.
Saville had a spell on loan at Brentford last season.
He made 40 appearances for the Bees, helping them win promotion from League One.
WIGAN Athletic have had a bid accepted for Brentford midfielder Adam Forshaw.
The Bees confirmed on Monday that the Latics had met their valuation for the 22-year-old.
"We have stipulated from the outset that any deal involving our players will be done on out terms," said Brentford manager Mark Warburton.
"A valuation was given and not met, hence the delay in proceedings.
"Now that our valuation has been met we have given permission to Adam to meet and talk with Wigan.
"Brentford did not need to sell Adam and we will not be dictated to by any individual or potential buying club in such situations.
"Why was Adam not considered for games thus far? Again, as we have clearly stated, we will only look to players who are absolutely committed to the Brentford cause and such events can only distract a young player and negatively impact his contribution.
"Now that this matter is near conclusion, I would like to wish Adam all the very best for his career and to thank him for his outstanding efforts over the last two years."
Wigan are managed by former Brentford boss Uwe Rosler.
OXFORD United have signed former Brighton & Hove Albion forward Will Hoskins on a one-year contract.
The 28-year-old was a free agent after leaving the Seagulls in the summer.
The former Rotherham United, Watford and Bristol Rovers man has not played since suffering knee ligament damage in February last year.
"He has bags of experience, has scored goals throughout his career and he works ever so hard for the team," said Oxford boss Michael Appleton.
