Nottingham Forest is in a state of shock following Tottenham’s surprise move for Morgan Gibbs-White, leaving Nuno Espírito Santo’s squad in need of a replacement urgently.
The swift deal between Spurs and Gibbs-White, triggered by a £60m release clause in his contract, has left Forest scrambling to find a suitable replacement. All eyes are now on Edu and the recruitment team to secure a new midfielder.
One player on the radar is James McAtee from Manchester City, who has been on Forest’s wishlist even before Gibbs-White’s departure. Despite interest from other Premier League clubs and Germany, McAtee is open to a move to Forest, although competition for his signature is fierce.
In addition to McAtee, Forest is also eyeing Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott as a potential replacement. Elliott, known for his versatility and attacking prowess, could provide a different option for Forest on the wings. However, his price tag is much higher than McAtee’s, making the City midfielder a more realistic target.
With a £25m bid reportedly being prepared for McAtee, Forest is hoping to secure a deal swiftly to fill the void left by Gibbs-White’s departure. As the club considers its options, the fans eagerly await the arrival of a new midfielder to bolster the squad for the upcoming season.
