Torino submitted a formal opening bid of approximately €7 million (£6m) for Ben Nelson, which Leicester rejected. Ben Nelson had previously been open to a move to Torino in Serie A under Ignazio Abate.

Leicester City have set a £10million asking price for Ben Nelson, which continues to discourage potential buyers.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Torino sent an official bid for Ben Nelson, and Leicester City rejected it. Ben Nelson has informed Leicester that he wants to leave and has rejected a new contract offer from the club. He has one year remaining on his current deal. Nelson wants to move to Torino, and the deal is active.

Torino's president Cairo, sporting director Petrachi, and new coach Ignazio Abate are working to construct the squad for the upcoming season and have identified a new defensive target in England. The Italian club has initiated contact with Leicester City to assess the feasibility of a deal for Ben Nelson, a central defender born in 2004 who can also play at left-back. The English and Scottish defender's contract with Leicester runs until June 2027. He made 24 Championship appearances in the 2025/2026 season, recording one goal and one assist. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €1.50m. He has also been linked with Manchester United and Manchester City.