
Nottingham Forest are in the middle of one of their busiest summers in years.
Fans have watched two of their biggest talents come close to leaving the City Ground.
One has already gone, while the other remains in limbo.
Anthony Elanga’s £55 million move to Newcastle United has been sealed.
Supporters knew the Swedish winger was in high demand, but the fee still raised eyebrows.
It also created a big hole in the squad.
The situation with Morgan Gibbs-White has made things even more tense.
Tottenham Hotspur triggered his release clause, and though the deal is off for now, legal threats are swirling.
Forest are worried he could still leave before the window closes.
These exits would put massive pressure on Nuno and the club to rebuild quickly.
There are only so many weeks left before the new season kicks off.
Nottingham Forest transfer news
Forest are wasting no time searching for reinforcements.
The club have already signed striker Igor Jesus and defender Jair Cunha from Brazil.
That shows how determined they are to tap into the South American market.
But the plan doesn’t stop there. Another target has now come into focus.
He is a skilled midfielder who has played on three continents.
He started his career in Argentina, moved to America, and spent last season on loan at a big French club.
Benfica and Atletico Madrid have also shown strong interest.
Both clubs can offer Champions League football, something that could sway his decision.
Forest are in the Europa League, though that could change depending on the final ruling about Crystal Palace’s European status.
Thiago Almada transfer news
According to O Jogo, relayed by Diario de Transferencias, the player on Forest’s radar is Thiago Almada.
The 24-year-old currently plays for Botafogo in Brazil.
He is known for his creativity and has a reputation as one of the most exciting playmakers in South America.
Almada’s loan spell at Lyon was his first taste of European football, and he did enough to catch the eye of several scouts.
Benfica seemed to be in pole position for his signature, with Almada open to that move.
But Forest’s and Atletico Madrid’s recent interest could change everything.
Landing Almada would be a statement signing for Nottingham Forest.
He is versatile, quick, and thrives in tight spaces—traits that could help fill the gap left by Elanga.
As the club wait for clarity on Gibbs-White, this potential transfer feels more important than ever.
The next few weeks will decide whether Forest can rebuild their squad in time or if the summer turmoil continues to unsettle the club’s plans.
One thing is clear: supporters will be watching every development closely.