Nottingham Forest believe they can sign “exceptional” £50m star this summer

Nottingham Forest retain hope of claiming a Champions League slot and could look to sanction a statement deal this summer if they manage to pull off that feat at the City Ground.

Nottingham Forest look to make a summer statement

The Tricky Trees have endured a frustrating few weeks in their hunt for continental qualification. However, they could still find a fairytale ending if Nuno Espirito Santo can rectify a run of one win in five matches. Inevitably, Nottingham Forest were going to drop points towards the business end of the season. Still, they have a favourable run-in compared to some of their direct competitors for a European slot.

Should they manage to secure a place in either the Champions League, Europa League or Europa Conference League, an exciting summer could lie in waiting at the City Ground and some intriguing targets are said to be on their radar.

Girona midfielder Yangel Herrera is on Nottingham Forest’s radar and could be an early contender to replace Morgan Gibbs-White, who is being lined up by Manchester City.

On the same token, the Tricky Trees are willing to make a significant offer to sign Juventus defender Federico Gatti, even if the Italy international is happy to remain in Turin as it stands.