Hoffenheim test Rovers' resolve with improved bid for €2m-rated Michael Noonan

TRANSFER NOISE: Michael Noonan of Shamrock Rovers celebrates. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

Bundesliga outfit TSG Hoffenheim have made an improved third bid to prise €2m-rated Michael Noonan away from champions Shamrock Rovers before Monday’s transfer deadline.

It’s understood the club – currently third in the German top-flight – recently had two offers rejected but Rovers are considering a better package received which is nearer their valuation.