Sean Dyche is preparing for a frantic transfer deadline day as he looks to solidify his Nottingham Forest squad for the Premier League run-in. With West Ham’s recent loss to Chelsea offering Forest a chance to pull eight points clear of the relegation zone with a win over Crystal Palace today, the club is shifting its focus toward significant reinforcements.
The Pursuit of Davide Frattesi
The most high-profile target is Inter Milan’s Davide Frattesi. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Italian international is currently traveling to Nottingham to finalize a move.
Key details of the potential deal include:
- The Breakthrough: Negotiations took a major step forward after Frattesi held a personal conversation with Sean Dyche.
- The Motivation: After failing to secure regular playing time at the San Siro, the 26-year-old is now pushing for the move to the Premier League.
- The Midfield Void: Forest is treating this as a priority signing following the departure of Douglas Luiz, viewing Frattesi as the ideal candidate to stabilize the engine room.
Tactical Impact and Obstacles
Frattesi is considered a major “coup” for Forest due to his age and elite pedigree. Having competed at the highest levels of Serie A and in European competitions, he brings a level of experience that could be decisive in Forest’s bid for mid-table security.
However, one hurdle remains: Inter Milan is reportedly reluctant to officially sanction the exit until they secure a replacement. With the player himself now actively forcing the move, club officials are racing against the clock to settle the paperwork before Monday’s deadline.
Other Potential Arrivals
Frattesi may not be the only new face in the midfield. Celtic’s Arne Engels remains a strongly linked target, suggesting Dyche is aiming for a complete overhaul of his central options in the final hours of the window.
