Nottingham Forest Push for Rico Lewis as Key Summer Signing

Nottingham Forest want to sign Manchester City’s right-back, Rico Lewis. They feel confident he wants to join them. Negotiations are in progress, but Manchester City has not yet accepted Forest’s offer.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Manchester City received a bid from Nottingham Forest for Rico Lewis, but it was too low. Forest are very interested and want to finalize the deal quickly. Reports say Manchester City values Lewis at over £30 million. Forest are ready to double his wages to bring him in. Earlier, City wanted Lewis to sign a new deal, but talks stopped, making his exit possible. According to reports, Nottingham Forest have sent an official bid to sign defender Rico Lewis from Manchester City.

NOTTINGHAM FOREST’S SITUATION

Last season, Forest struggled but still qualified for European football, finishing 7th and qualifying for the UEFA Conference League next season. Manager Nuno Espírito Santo wants to revamp his squad and sees Lewis as key to his plans. If Lewis joins, he’ll team up with another former City academy player, James McAtee, adding more young talent to the squad.

WHAT NEXT FOR BOTH CLUBS?

Manchester City will decide to either accept Forest’s improved offer or wait for a better one as the transfer deadline nears. Losing Lewis would leave them short of right-backs, especially after missing out on other targets. Nottingham Forest are meanwhile preparing for their Premier League opener against Brentford, with both teams hoping for a strong start. Both clubs know this deal could affect their defense and future plans significantly as they aim for a successful league campaign after challenging summers.