Crystal Palace have reportedly had a £5million bid for Will Hughes rejected by Watford in a blow to Patrick Vieira's hopes of bolstering his midfield engine room.
Vieira is still keen to bring Hughes to Selhurst Park but the Eagles are refusing to spend a penny more to secure his services.
Sportsmail reported Crystal Palace were in talks to sign the midfielder earlier this week but the club have now seen their initial offer rejected, according to The Sun.
Hughes has entered the final 12 months of his contract at Watford and could walk away for free at the end of the season.