Nottingham Forest have encountered a problem in their attempts to sign Renan Lodi permanently this summer with the club having to ‘renegotiate’ a deal with Atletico Madrid.
The defender arrived at the City Ground on a season-long loan last summer, and played a key part in Steve Cooper ’s men securing their place in the Premier League for next season. He played a total of 28 times in the league, including starting the last eight games.
According to Marca, via SportWitness , Forest did have an option to buy Lodi for €30m included in the loan deal, but that option had to be triggered by March, something which didn’t happen. Forest are reportedly looking to ‘renegotiate’ at a lower price.
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However, the report adds that Atletico have set their base price at €30m, a price which Forest are ‘not willing’ to pay. It means that the Spanish giants are now looking for any other buyers in an attempt to get their asking price.
The newspaper suggests that the saga could go on deep into the transfer window, meaning that Lodi will return to pre-season with Atletico when the time comes to start preparations for the new season.
Speaking after the final game of the season against Crystal Palace, Steve Cooper remained coy on the loanee's future , while Lodi hinted that his time at the City Ground had come to an end. "Last game with this special club, that received me with kindness and professionalism,” he wrote . “I would like to thank every one, employees, athletes and fans, for all your support. I will always be Red!"
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