Nottingham Forest Close In On James McAtee Deal From Manchester City

Nottingham Forest are in final talks to sign James McAtee from Manchester City. The deal could cost over £20 million, and personal terms are already agreed upon, as confirmed by a report from previously by us.

WHAT HAPPENED

Forest are leading the race to sign the 22-year-old midfielder. The clubs are finishing up the last details of the deal, which will be worth more than £20 million. McAtee had interest from other teams, but he wants to stay in the Premier League and is interested in joining Forest. The move is likely to be completed soon as the transfer window closes in a few weeks. Reports indicate that McAtee chose Nottingham Forest despite interest from other Premier League clubs.

WHY THIS MOVE MATTERS

After UEFA confirmed Forest’s Conference League spot, the club wants to strengthen the squad. McAtee would offer manager Nuno Espírito Santo another creative option in midfield. Manchester City wanted a higher price for McAtee before, but the agreed fee offers Forest a chance to sign a talented young player.

FORM AND ROLE THIS SEASON

McAtee, who is an England U21 international, is known for his technical skill, dribbling, and goal-scoring ability from midfield. He is expected to compete for playing time right away in Forest’s attacking midfield positions. Forest want a mix of youth and experience for their European campaign, and McAtee fits well with that plan.

THE STATE OF PLAY FOR BOTH CLUBS

Forest start the new Premier League season aiming for another European qualification and a strong showing in the Conference League. Manchester City are reducing their squad size, which is why they are letting McAtee go at this price. Forest’s European place was confirmed after a complicated summer, allowing them to make signings before the deadline. Nottingham Forest finished seventh in the Premier League last season, qualifying for the UEFA Conference League next season.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Forest want to complete the paperwork, medicals, and introduce McAtee to the fans at the City Ground. If registered in time, he could be available for Forest’s early league matches including their opener against Brentford. The club is also looking for more reinforcements, mainly in midfield and wide areas, to handle both the Conference League and Premier League schedules.