Nottingham Forest winger Dan Ndoye has struggled to find his rhythm since his £30 million move from Bologna last summer. Despite a promising start with two goal involvements in his opening matches, a December injury against Everton halted his momentum, and he has yet to fully win over manager Sean Dyche.
Inter Milan’s Swap Proposal
Capitalizing on Ndoye’s slow adaptation to English football, Inter Milan reportedly approached Forest with a unique proposal. According to journalist Matteo Moretto, the Italian giants suggested a swap deal that would see midfielder Davide Frattesi move to the City Ground in exchange for cash plus Ndoye.
While Frattesi is highly sought after by several Premier League clubs, including Bournemouth, the negotiations between Forest and Inter have reportedly stalled.
Why the Deal Doesn’t Make Sense for Forest
The article highlights several reasons why this exchange might be counterproductive for the Reds:
- Attacking Shortage: Following the departure of Arnaud Kalimuendo to Eintracht Frankfurt, Forest are already thin in forward positions. Losing Ndoye would leave them desperately short of wingers.
- Midfield Congestion: Sean Dyche’s squad is already well-stocked with central midfielders. Adding Frattesi is not seen as a priority compared to bolstering the attack.
- Unrealized Potential: There is still hope that Ndoye can adapt to the Premier League once he regains full fitness and integrates back into the starting lineup.
Current Status
For now, the deal is on standby. While Inter Milan were keen to bring the Swiss international back to Serie A, Forest appear hesitant to lose an attacking asset without a direct replacement lined up.
