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Shrewsbury see Norburn bids rejected

A general view of the stadium prior to the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Shrewsbury Town and Sheffield Wednesday at New Meadow on Janu...
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HITC Sport understands Shrewsbury have bid for Tranmere star Oliver Norburn.

A general view of the stadium prior to the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Shrewsbury Town and Sheffield Wednesday at New Meadow on January 30, 2016 in Shrewsbury, England.

League One Shrewsbury Town have had bids for Tranmere Rovers midfielder Oliver Norburn rejected, HITC Sport understands from sources close to the club.

New Shrewsbury boss John Askey has made Norburn one of his top targets this summer having worked with the player during his time in charge of Macclesfield.

Askey signed Norburn at Macclesfield and he feels the former Leicester City youngster would be a valuable addition to his plans for next season at Shrewsbury.

Oliver Norburn of Plymouth Argyle (L) takes on Josh Scowen of Wycombe Wanderers during the Sky Bet League Two match between Plymouth Argyle and Wycombe Wanderers at Home Park on September...

Bradford are also interested in the talented midfielder and have made enquiries about signing him.

Norburn joined Tranmere last summer from Macclesfield and played a key role in their promotion back to League Two from the National League.

Oliver Norburn of Plymouth Argyle in action during the Sky Bet League Two match between Northampton Town and Plymouth Argyle at Sixfields Stadium on December 13, 2014 in Northampton,...

The 25-year-old made 46 apppearances in all competitions for Tranmere last season and chipped in with four goals and four assists from midfield.

Tranmere are reluctant to lose Norburn as they prepare for life back in the Football League, but they are bracing themselves for further offers before the close of the transfer window.

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