Major League Soccer chiefs have turned down an offer - thought to be from Preston - for American striker Taylor Twellman.The Lilywhites currently sit second from bottom in the Championship and are the second-lowest scorers in the division, so obtaining a proven goalscorer is key during the current transfer window.

And it appears New England Revolution frontman Twellman is the man they want.

North End are believed to have had an initial bid of around £800,000 rejected, but are contemplating returning with an improved offer.

Twellman spent two unproductive years with German side 1860 Munich between 2000 and 2002 and turned down the opportunity to join Norwegian side Odd Grenland before the start of the latest MLS season.

Revolution director Mike Burns confirmed a bid for the striker had been turned down, but also stated the club were hopeful of retaining Twellman's services after he recently signed a four-year contract extension.

He told the Boston Globe: "The league has refused an offer for Taylor.

"To my knowledge, they have not received a secondary offer, so I can't comment on that.

"Taylor just re-signed a long-term contract with the league, so it would have to be a situation where it made sense for everyone.

"But we are not looking to lose Taylor. It would be very difficult to replace him."

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