Brighton have told Leeds United that defender Ben White is not for sale.

White was a pivotal figure while on a season-long loan in Leeds' Championship-winning campaign, and coach Marcelo Bielsa is keen to have the 22-year-old back at Elland Road.

Leeds have already been unsuccessful with two bids and reports of a fresh £30m offer are wide of the mark, BBC reported today.

The Seagulls have made it clear they view White as being part of their long-term plans.

He has a contract at the club until 2022. 

White has also been linked with moves to Chelsea in recent days.