The latest transfer news surrounding Nottingham Forest includes a brand new link to an attacking midfielder, Pavel Šulc. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to three possible arrivals and three potential exits, with the hottest storyline right now revolving around goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis. Below are the latest updates on the most important transfer rumours.
Pavel Šulc
On Friday, it was reported that Nottingham Forest are among a number of Premier League clubs that have monitored Lyon's 25-year-old attacking midfielder Pavel Šulc in recent weeks. The Czechia international has also drawn interest from Aston Villa, Brentford, Brighton, Everton, Fulham, and Bournemouth. Leeds United have continued their interest, while Crystal Palace are also interested and might attempt to arrange a deal for both Šulc and his teammate Tyler Morton with Lyon's owner John Textor, a former co-owner of Crystal Palace.
Konstantinos Tzolakis
On Friday, it was reported that Nottingham Forest are interested in Olympiacos goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis. As Evangelos Marinakis owns both clubs, Liverpool may be unable to prevent a move if the owner wants to transfer the player. Tzolakis’s future is said to be largely dependent on whether Forest remain in the Premier League. Earlier on Friday, it was noted that Forest were expected to make a €20 million (£17.5 million) bid for the 23-year-old Greek international, with Arsenal and Liverpool both considering rival offers.
Elliot Anderson
According to journalist Ben Jacobs on Friday, Manchester United are preparing a £200 million move for two players, including Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson. Jacobs said that United have narrowed their list of midfield targets and that Anderson is one of their priority targets. The club will have to compete with rivals Manchester City to sign the midfielder, who is valued at £100m. It was revealed on February 9 that Manchester City are preparing a move for Anderson, having already made contact with his representatives.
Murillo
On Tuesday, it was reported that Murillo has been linked with a move away from Nottingham Forest, with Chelsea and Liverpool interested. According to Football Insider, Chelsea is in the leading position to sign the 23-year-old Brazilian defender, who is keen to move at the end of the season. The same report states that a fee of around £50 million might be required. On Monday, TEAMtalk reported that Chelsea's interest is firm and that Forest are expected to demand approximately €60 million for the player.
Morgan Gibbs-White
Sources told TEAMtalk on Monday that the departure of Morgan Gibbs-White from Forest looks almost certain, with Aston Villa showing a keen interest. The potential sale is likely to come amid PSR pressures, and it is suggested a transfer fee of approximately £60-70m will be required. According to a Football Insider report from Friday, Aston Villa have identified Gibbs-White as an ideal replacement for Morgan Rogers, should they be forced to sell the 23-year-old.
Murillo
Chelsea and Liverpool are interested in Murillo and are prepared to facilitate his departure from Nottingham Forest in the summer, according to a Tuesday report. A report from Football Insider adds that a fee of approximately £50 million might be required. On Monday, TEAMtalk reported that Liverpool have undertaken significant groundwork for a potential move and are in the leading position to sign him, as his recovery speed and distribution make him a logical candidate for their high defensive line.
Morgan Gibbs-White
A Monday report from Football Insider states that Morgan Gibbs-White, who is a long-term target for Tottenham, would be available for a fee of approximately £70 million. According to Team Talk, there is a growing belief that a sizeable offer could cause Nottingham Forest to reconsider their position on selling the player due to financial pressures, and Tottenham are expected to follow the situation closely.
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