'Enough said' on Miller future at Motherwell

Lennon Miller sat out Motherwell's Saturday match at Clyde

Motherwell are seeking the "right solutions" for Lennon Miller, with manager Jens Berthel Askou growing weary of discussing the midfielder's future.

On Sunday, Miller's father told BBC Scotland he expects a bid for the 18-year-old Scotland international to come "if not this week, maybe next week".

But Askou declined to comment on any possible transfer activity for the Fir Park club's prize asset.

"I think there's been enough said about Lennon's situation for now," he explained.

"We appreciate all the interest there is, but I think for us right now it's time to say, let's look at it when something specific and concrete comes up, and when we're ready to inform."

Askou added: "That's the last thing I will say now in terms of commenting on Lennon. And in general, when we have interesting players that might take the next step, we're not looking for fast and quick solutions. We're looking for the right solutions for the players and for the club long-term.

"Sometimes things move fast, sometimes it takes a little bit longer. That's not always up to us to decide or to control. The market is lively, sometimes it's crazy. And sometimes clubs are waiting or players are waiting for the right move."

A minor injury kept Miller out of Saturday's 2-2 draw with Clyde in the Premier Sports Cup, with Askou saying: "Everything is precautionary. I'm pretty sure we will see him very soon."

Miller has played 76 times for Motherwell, scoring six goals. He was capped for Scotland in the June friendlies against Iceland and Liechtenstein.

Speaking to BBC Radio Scotland's Sportsound at the weekend, Lee Miller, who played for Aberdeen, Dundee United, Hearts and Scotland, said: "I think there will be a bid in, if not this week, maybe next week. There's a lot of talk behind the scenes."

When asked if a move abroad for his son was likely, he replied: "Yeah, potentially.

"He's got ambition. He wants to play at the highest level possible.

"He had a great season last season, finishing off with two Scotland caps, which was tremendous. He wants to take it to another level and we'll see what happens over the next few weeks.

"He just wants to play football and enjoy it and that's what he does best."