Watford have tabled a bid for Reims fullback Hassane Kamara.
Foot Mercato says an offer from the Hornets has been fielded by Reims this week.
However, the proposal falls short of the €5.5m Riems are seeking to sell Kamara this month.
Watford face competition from Lyon for the wing-back, who isn't their only Ligue 1 target.
The Hornets are also keen on Strasbourg midfielder Youssouf Fofana.