It is understood that Nottingham Forest is one of several Premier League clubs interested in Feyenoord midfielder Gjivai Zechiël. The 22-year-old, who also holds Surinamese nationality, has attracted attention after an impressive start to the season, which has included five goals and four assists in seven league games. It is also understood that Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, and Brighton & Hove Albion are interested. It has been revealed that Liverpool scouts have observed the Dutchman, who recently received his first call-up to the Netherlands squad. Zechiël joined Feyenoord in September 2023 and has a contract until June 2029, with a current Transfermarkt market value of €10.00m. In September 2026, reports mentioned a €30 million valuation by Feyenoord. During the summer of 2026, the club reportedly rejected multiple offers from LOSC Lille, with a final rejected offer in August 2026 reportedly worth €17 million including bonuses.