Blackburn Rovers say the “legal process” in their bid to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis O’Brien remains ongoing.
The 24-year-old had been due to join the Championship side on loan for the rest of the season, in a deal which would also include a purchase clause should promotion be achieved. However, an issue over the timing of the paperwork being filed before the January transfer deadline meant the switch was not approved by the English Football League.
Rovers submitted an appeal and the case has now been moved to an independent arbitrator. O’Brien, meanwhile, remains in limbo, although he does have interest from a number of MLS clubs.
