Report: Nottingham Forest pushing for two midfield signings after Elliot Anderson exit | OneFootball

Nottingham Forest Transfer Plans Take Shape as Midfield Targets Emerge

Forest Prepare for Midfield Reshuffle

Nottingham Forest are preparing for a significant reshaping of their midfield if Elliot Anderson completes his proposed move to Manchester City. According to Sky Sports, the club are now aiming to recruit two central midfielders rather than the single addition originally planned.

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That change reflects the scale of Anderson’s potential departure and underlines Forest’s determination to maintain strength in depth ahead of another demanding campaign.

Recruitment List Expands

Sky Sports reports that Tottenham Hotspur’s Lucas Bergvall and Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi are among Forest’s leading targets. The club also retain a long standing interest in Celtic’s Arne Engels after attempting to sign him during the January transfer window.

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Frattesi would represent a sizeable investment, with Inter valuing the Italy international at around €30m (£25.9m).

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Should Anderson leave, Forest appear ready to reinvest decisively. Rather than seeking a direct replacement, the strategy suggests they want to strengthen the midfield unit with multiple options capable of adding quality and competition.

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This approach makes complete sense. Elliot Anderson has become an influential player, and replacing his contribution with a single signing would always have been a difficult task. Bringing in two midfielders could spread that responsibility across the squad while also improving depth.

Lucas Bergvall would be an exciting addition given his potential, while Davide Frattesi offers proven quality at the highest level. Arne Engels remains an attractive option after Forest’s previous interest, showing the recruitment team have identified players they genuinely believe fit the club’s long term vision.

Supporters will naturally hope any business is completed early enough for new arrivals to settle before the season begins. If Anderson does leave, fans will expect Forest to reinvest wisely rather than simply banking the transfer fee.

The encouraging aspect of this report is the club’s apparent willingness to act proactively. Successful teams plan for every scenario, and Forest seem determined to ensure that losing an important midfielder does not weaken their ambitions. If they secure two quality additions, the squad could emerge from the summer in an even stronger position than it entered it.