AliousNottingham Forest Plot £25m Swoop to Hijack Serie A Giant’s Deal for Explosive Brazilian Forward
Nottingham Forest are reportedly preparing to swoop in and hijack Inter Milan’s ongoing negotiations for Marseille forward Luis Henrique, with a potential £25 million deal being explored as the summer transfer window approaches.
Despite setbacks from Chelsea and Aston Villa in the race for a top-five finish, Forest remain in the Champions League hunt, and their final fixtures could prove pivotal.
Victory against West Ham would set up a thrilling showdown with Chelsea on the last day of the season. Success could not only deliver European qualification but also significantly impact their summer transfer strategy.
Champions League participation would boost Forest’s revenue streams, helping them navigate Financial Fair Play (FFP) and Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).
Journalist Pete O’Rourke recently stressed how crucial European qualification is to Forest’s ability to retain top talents like Morgan Gibbs-White and Murillo, both of whom are attracting interest from elite European clubs.
Without the financial cushion of Champions League income, Forest may be forced into a sell-to-buy approach.
However, owner Evangelos Marinakis is known for his financial ambition, and Forest are expected to remain competitive in the market regardless.
One of their key targets appears to be Luis Henrique — a versatile 23-year-old Brazilian forward who has impressed under Roberto De Zerbi at Marseille, tallying nine goals and ten assists this season. Inter Milan are in discussions for the player but are yet to meet Marseille’s £25 million valuation.
According to French journalist Santi Aouna, Forest could “soon” make their move and attempt to hijack Inter’s deal. With Henrique described by De Zerbi as a “complete player,” he represents the kind of smart, impactful signing Forest need to reinforce their squad and maintain upward momentum — especially if key players depart this summer.
This developing situation places Forest at the center of a potential transfer coup, positioning them as serious contenders in the chase for one of Ligue 1’s standout attackers.
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