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Nottingham Forest told asking price for Inter star Davide Frattesi after talks
Nottingham Forest have reportedly held talks with an Inter Milan star as they seek to back manager Sean Dyche in January.
Forest head into Saturday’s daunting clash with Premier League leaders Arsenal desperately seeking to halt a worrying slide that threatens to drag them deeper into relegation trouble.
Dyche’s side have endured a torrid recent spell, compounded by last week’s humiliating FA Cup penalty shootout exit to Championship side Wrexham.
Forest ended a four-game losing run last time out in the top flight as they claimed a dramatic 2-1 win at relegation rivals West Ham, offering a glimmer of hope ahead of Arsenal’s visit.
However, the Tricky Trees have lost five of their last six games in all competitions, highlighting the extent of their struggles under Dyche.
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Forest have scored just 1.00 goal per game from a low expected goals average of 1.46 (Offshore Sports Books), underlining their attacking problems.
The loss of Chris Wood through injury and Arnaud Kaliumendo’s loan move to Eintracht Frankfurt has left Dyche with just Igor Jesus as his natural senior striking option, meaning Forest are targeting a new number nine this month.
Home form has been particularly problematic, with clean sheets kept in just 10 percent of their fixtures at the City Ground, where they have suffered six defeats in 10 matches (Offshore Sports Books).
While Forest appear no closer to confirming any much-needed January arrivals, they’re making an effort behind-the-scenes.
Forest told asking price after holding talks with Davide Frattesi
According to Sky Sports in Italy, via FC Inter News, they’re actively pursuing Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi.
Forest have apparently held talks with Frattesi’s camp as they express a real eagerness to sign him.
The Italian broadcaster reports that Forest’s interest in the 26-year-old is genuine, with the English side keen to bolster their midfield options as they battle against the drop.
Recent discussions between the club and Frattesi’s entourage suggest the move remains a possibility this month, but Dyche’s side know what they have to pay.
Inter’s position on any potential sale has not changed.
The Serie A champions continue to demand around £32 million for the Italy international, a valuation that could prove problematic for Forest given their current financial constraints and league position.
Frattesi has struggled for regular game time at the San Siro this season, finding opportunities limited under head coach Cristian Chivu.
The midfielder’s lack of playing time has sparked speculation about a potential departure, with several clubs believed to be monitoring his situation.
For Forest, securing a player of Frattesi’s calibre would represent a significant coup as Dyche looks to strengthen his squad.
The former Sassuolo star offers experience, technical quality and versatility, with ex-Italy boss Luciano Spalletti once claiming he has ‘infinite quality’.
While no concrete offer has yet been submitted to Inter, the situation remains one to monitor as the January deadline approaches.
Forest face competition from other interested parties, but their willingness to engage directly with the player’s camp demonstrates serious intent.
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