Hull City are stepping up their pursuit of Nigerian winger Femi Azeez, with the newly promoted Premier League club identifying him as a priority target ahead of the 2026/27 season, according to Football League World.

The Tigers secured top-flight promotion last season and are now moving to bolster their attacking options. Azeez, who has earned two caps for Nigeria, is firmly in their sights as Hull City look to assemble a squad capable of competing in the Premier League.

Millwall's strong negotiating position

Prising Azeez away from Millwall will not come cheaply. The Championship club have already rejected a £20 million offer from fellow Premier League newcomers Ipswich Town this summer, signalling their intent to hold onto the winger.

Millwall's refusal to sell at that figure gives a clear indication of how highly they value Azeez, and Hull City will need to table a persuasive offer to stand any chance of securing his signature.

A standout campaign in the Championship

The 2025/26 season was a breakthrough year for Azeez. The winger scored 11 goals and contributed eight assists in 33 league starts — performances that helped Millwall deliver an impressive campaign.

His consistency and quality across the season earned him a place in the Sky Bet Championship Team of the Season, cementing his status as one of the division's most dangerous attacking talents.

Hull City will be hoping their Premier League status proves a compelling draw as they look to convince Millwall to negotiate. With pre-season preparations gathering pace, the club are keen to finalise their business before the new campaign gets underway.