Nottingham forest complete deal with fee agreed as medical and formal steps to seal the deal

Nottingham Forest are in advanced negotiations to sign Juventus’ 22-year-old right-back Nicolò Savona before the summer transfer window closes on September 1, 2025. According to multiple sources, including *GIVEMESPORT* and *TuttoSport*, Forest have intensified their pursuit of the Italian defender, who has also attracted interest from Manchester City and Newcastle United. The club sees Savona as a key addition to bolster their defensive depth, particularly as they aim to strengthen their squad for the Premier League and upcoming Europa League campaign.[](https://www.givemesport.com/nottingham-forest-transfer-news-locked-talks-nicolo-savona-ninth-signing-city-ground/)[](https://www.juvefc.com/nottingham-forest-juventus-defender-nicolo-savona/)

Forest’s initial €10-12 million (£8.6-10 million) bids were rejected by Juventus, who value Savona at €18-20 million (£15.5-17.2 million). Recent reports suggest Forest are preparing a new offer of €14-15 million (£12-13 million) plus a 10-15% sell-on clause, with owner Evangelos Marinakis pushing to finalize the deal. The clubs are reportedly close to an agreement, with ongoing talks to bridge the valuation gap. Savona has already agreed personal terms with Forest, including a five-year contract worth €2 million (£1.7 million) annually.[](https://www.nottinghampost.com/sport/football/transfer-news/contract-details-revealed-nottingham-forest-10458852)[](https://www.juventusnews24.com/savona-nottingham-forest-affare-dettagli/)

Savona, a Juventus youth product, made 28 Serie A appearances last season under Thiago Motta and Igor Tudor, showcasing versatility and earning praise for his “great football intelligence.” Despite a recent ankle injury from the Club World Cup, he is seen as a long-term investment with significant potential. Forest’s interest follows unsuccessful bids for other full-backs like Sevilla’s José Ángel Carmona, highlighting their determination to reinforce the right-back position alongside Ola Aina and Neco Williams. If completed, Savona would be Forest’s ninth summer signing, following high-profile acquisitions like Omari Hutchinson and Arnaud Kalimuendo, signaling their ambition under manager Nuno Espírito Santo.[](https://www.footballfancast.com/nottingham-forest-submit-transfer-bid-for-nicolo-savona/)[](https://onefootball.com/es/noticias/report-nottingham-forest-have-10m-defender-offer-turned-down-41574287)