Want to move on in shock Premier League championship battle, nottingham forest The South American target has now reportedly been given the green light from boss Evangelos Marinakis to sign.
Nottingham Forest transfer news
For the first time in a long time, Nottingham Forest are no longer in a desperate position to sign players in the January transfer window. They are absolutely not. Nuno Espirito SantoThe team were flying high and were still the only side to take four points better than Arne Slott’s Liverpool, who were on track to complete the double before Diogo Jota had his say.
Forest remain just six points behind leaders Liverpool, who have a game in hand, and are still dreaming of a stunning return to Europe’s biggest stage in May.
In such circumstances, the Midland club could make the most of their pending European status when they welcome an in-demand midfielder as early as the January transfer window.
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According to the Brazilian Super League report broadcast by “Sports Witness”, Nottingham Forest have now received internal approval to sign Richard RiosHe reportedly has a release clause worth €100m (£84m) at Brazilian side Palmeiras.
While those at City Stadium don’t see an urgent need to sign the midfielder, there’s no denying how impressive it would be if they could successfully fend off interest from the likes of tottenham hotspur to ensure he signs at some stage this year.
Rios, meanwhile, is ready to step up to Europe’s biggest stage in 2025, with his club expected to accept a much lower figure than his massive release clause.
‘Smart’ Rios ready for Premier League
There’s a reason Rios is the Premier League’s most wanted man and Nottingham Forest will hope to see it themselves in the near future. The defensive midfielder will sit in front of fellow South American Murillo, covering the Forest backline next to Ryan Yates or Elliot Anderson, and could potentially help Nuno’s side reach the next level .
South American football experts praise his “smart” tackling Nathan JoyceRios may not come cheap, but if City Stadium players make their move, he could prove to be worth every penny.
Securing a Champions League spot will undoubtedly be key to convincing the Colombian to complete his move, but Nottingham Forest appear to be showing no signs of slowing down in pursuit of that goal under Espirito Santo this season.