Bristol City have allegedly rejected a £6m offer from Brighton & Hove Albion for defender Aden Flint.

According to Sky Sports News, the Championship side have knocked back the opening offer for the 28-year-old, who is priced considerably higher by the Robins.

English defender Flint has impressed for Bristol this term, and only renewed his contract at Ashton Gate in December 2016.

The Robins are reportedly keen to keep hold of the Englishman as they look to push for promotion to the Premier League - a real possibility for Lee Johnson's men, who are well-placed in the playoffs.

City were knocked out of the EFL Cup by Manchester City on Tuesday night after defeating Manchester United to reach the last four.