Nottingham Forest are reportedly 'close' to finding an agreement to sign Jesse Lingard after his exit from Manchester United this summer.
The Guardian report that West Ham have held further talks with Lingard about a move to the London Stadium, while Forest are keen admirers. And last night, a development was reported by the same journalist who first broke the news that the Reds were interested in the 29-year-old.
Reporter Jacob Steinberg wrote on Twitter: "Update on this … now told Forest are close to agreeing a deal with Lingard. Not finalised yet but a fairly surprising development."
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Allen makes Johnson prediction Forest will love
Wales midfielder Joe Allen has backed Nottingham Forest star Brennan Johnson to "make his mark" in the Premier League.
Allen, who recently signed for Swansea City, has heaped praise on Johnson after an impressive promotion-winning season in the Championship last term. Johnson will be looking to secure his seat on the plane to Qatar for the World Cup finals in November, with Wales qualifying for the first time since 1958.
Johnson has been praised by Allen for his "pretty fearless" attitude, "frightening pace" and ability to score goals. Those are things he will be showing in abundance next season when he takes on Premier League defences, no doubt.
Spence's message
Djed Spence has sent a special message to Nottingham Forest fans following his memorable spell at the City Ground.
The right-back was a revelation last season on loan from Middlesbrough, lighting up the Championship as the Reds secured promotion. He was integral to Steve Cooper’s side as they went from being bottom of the table to finishing fourth, followed by success in the play-offs.
The 21-year-old will go down as a Forest hero for the part he played, having made 46 appearances and scored three goals - including a scorcher in a 3-1 victory over QPR. And it seems the feeling is mutual.
Spence has now completed a move to Tottenham Hotspur, penning a five-year deal. But, with the switch confirmed, he posted a message to Reds supporters on social media.
Garner prediction
James Garner has been tipped to make the step up for Manchester United, following his loan spell at Nottingham Forest.
The midfielder is back with his parent club after an impressive second stint at the City Ground in which he helped the Reds secure promotion. However, he is yet to feature for United in pre-season, and plenty of Forest fans would love him to return Trentside.
Garner has been linked with a move away, amid uncertainty over his future at Old Trafford. However, new boss Erik ten Hag is believed to want to run the rule over the 21-year-old before any decision is made.
United are chasing Frenkie de Jong, from Barcelona. But if they don’t get the Dutchman, Garner has been backed to play a part.
Gibbs-White focused
Nottingham Forest target Morgan Gibbs-White says he has a “big season ahead” amid speculation about his future.
After spending last term on loan at Sheffield United, the attacking midfielder has returned to parent club Wolverhampton Wanderers and is currently on a training camp in Spain ahead of the upcoming campaign. But a number of teams are keen to secure his services, including the Reds.
Forest retain a strong interest in Gibbs-White as boss Steve Cooper puts a squad together ready for the Premier League, but there is some serious competition for his signature. Everton have reportedly not been put off by seeing an opening bid rejected, while Crystal Palace and Southampton have also been linked.
The England Under-21 international impressed during his time with the Blades, netting 12 goals and weighing in with 10 assists from 37 appearances. And the man himself says he is eager to build on that when the serious action begins again.
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