Focusing on the tension and the stakes involved in this unusual transfer delay.
Last-Minute Twist: Forest Block Kalimuendo Exit Until After West Ham Clash
A late complication has surfaced in Arnaud Kalimuendo’s anticipated move to Eintracht Frankfurt, as Nottingham Forest has reportedly halted the striker’s departure for one final assignment.
According to BILD, the deal—which appeared to be at the finish line—is currently on ice due to a specific demand made by the Premier League side.
The Financials
The two clubs have already established the framework for the transfer:
- Structure: A loan deal through the end of the season.
- Loan Fee: €1.5m.
- Purchase Option: A permanent move worth €27m.
The “Condition”
Despite the agreement, Kalimuendo has been barred from traveling to Germany for his medical until Wednesday. The reason? Forest management has “made it a condition” that the striker remains available for Tuesday night’s pivotal match against West Ham.
With the club locked in a high-stakes relegation battle, this fixture is viewed as a “six-pointer.” The club is so intent on having every available resource that they have mandated Kalimuendo’s presence in the matchday squad, with a strong possibility that he could be used as a substitute.
A Risk for All Parties
Eintracht Frankfurt has reportedly been forced to accept this delay, as Forest refused to greenlight the loan under any other circumstances. However, the situation is far from comfortable: - Injury Risk: If Kalimuendo takes the pitch and suffers an injury, the entire €28.5m deal could collapse.
- Delayed Integration: Frankfurt loses valuable time to get their new signing settled.
If all goes according to plan tonight, Kalimuendo will fly to Germany on Wednesday morning to finalize his medical and sign the paperwork. Until then, officials at both clubs will likely be watching the West Ham match with bated breath.
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