Nottingham Forest are in the headlines with fresh transfer rumours, led by the latest reports linking the club to Czech defender Ladislav Krejčí. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to four possible arrivals and five potential exits. The hottest storyline right now is about Shea Charles, but below are the latest updates on the most important transfer rumours surrounding the club.
Ladislav Krejčí
It is anticipated that Ladislav Krejčí, who is on loan at Wolves from Girona FC, will not play in the second division should Wolverhampton be relegated. Nottingham has expressed interest in the 26-year-old Czech Republic international, but that club is also at significant risk of dropping to a lower league. According to Transfermarkt, the defender's current market value is €22.00m, and his contract with Girona FC runs until 2029.
Jonathan David
According to a report from Tuttosport on Thursday, Nottingham Forest is observing Jonathan David. The publication notes that his valuation is between 25 and 30 million, he has a significant salary, and his future remains uncertain despite his coach's trust.
Elliot Anderson to Manchester City
On Thursday, it was reported that Elliot Anderson is a primary target for both Manchester City and Manchester United, with both clubs having held talks with the player's representatives. Nottingham Forest have stated they have not yet received any formal bids for the £100m-rated player but are expecting offers before the World Cup. While the Manchester Evening News recently claimed that City have agreed to a £65m deal, Fabrizio Romano stated that nothing has been finalized with any club. Romano added that Man City are very serious about the deal and remain confident Anderson will move to the Etihad, while Forest are reportedly encouraging the two Manchester clubs to compete with offers.
Elliot Anderson to Manchester United
Team Talk reported on Thursday that Manchester United are interested in Elliot Anderson as their top target for a planned midfield overhaul. Both Manchester clubs have reportedly held talks with the 23-year-old's entourage, and while Forest have not yet received formal bids, they are expecting them before the World Cup. The report adds that United remain attentive to the situation, have increased their interest, and are making a strong effort to sign him ahead of City, with Forest encouraging a bidding war.
Murillo
According to SPTC Sources on Thursday, Murillo's name was discussed again this week during Chelsea's internal recruitment conversations. The report states that Chelsea considers the defender a serious target for this summer and that a deal would be significantly easier if Nottingham Forest is relegated. At this time, no deal is done or close, but it has the potential to advance.
Shea Charles
On Friday, it was reported that Crystal Palace has joined Nottingham Forest in pursuing Southampton's Shea Charles. Speaking to Football Insider, former Man United chief scout Mick Brown said Crystal Palace are monitoring the 22-year-old Northern Irish international. Brown had previously told the outlet on 7 April that Forest are interested in Charles as one of several midfield options. With more clubs showing interest, Southampton reportedly hope for a situation that will increase his asking price, with Brown suggesting this competition could allow them to receive twice his value.
Hayden Hackney
Middlesbrough rejected an official approach from Nottingham Forest for Hayden Hackney in the final days of the January transfer window, as they wished to keep him for their promotion attempt. It was reported on Friday that Forest are likely to remain interested, conditional on them avoiding relegation. Mick Brown said Nottingham Forest need a midfielder, were interested in Hackney in January, and consider him to be probably the best midfielder in the Championship.
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