TBR Football can exclusively confirm how Nottingham Forest are reacting to the situation regarding the departure of Morgan Gibbs-White to Tottenham Hotspur.
Gibbs-White is set to join Tottenham after Spurs activated the player’s £60 million release clause, with the transition progressing rapidly on Thursday. Gibbs-White’s medical exam is reportedly set for Friday as Tottenham looks to strengthen their roster before their Champions League comeback.
Manchester City’s interest in Gibbs-White and their plans to pursue the England international have also been made clear by TBR Football.
Nottingham Forest is reportedly taken aback by Morgan Gibbs-White’s exit, especially as they had intended for him to be a central figure in their plans for the upcoming season.
TBR Football chief correspondent Graeme Bailey has confirmed that Forest views Gibbs-White’s imminent departure as a “real blow.” The club is frustrated with how the situation has unfolded, having envisioned him as a key player moving forward.
“I am told Forest are frustrated with how this has played out; they never denied a clause but they never confirmed it,” Bailey exclusively shared with TBR Football.
“Forest lost Elanga but believed it was a solid deal. However, this one frustrates them deeply as they genuinely planned for him to be the focal point of their squad next season. It’s a real setback for them. “Forest lost Elanga, a decision they initially felt was a solid move in terms of their overall strategy. However, the recent turn of events has left them feeling frustrated and disheartened, as they had genuinely earmarked him to be a key focal point in their squad for the upcoming season. This unexpected setback has significant implications for their plans and ambitions moving forward.
“In the background, the player’s agents have been actively engaging in discussions with various clubs, and it is Tottenham Hotspur who have recently made a decisive move. The strong, established relationship that Spurs maintain with Gibbs-White’s agents has clearly played a crucial role in paving the way for a swift and efficient deal, further adding to the complexities of Forest’s situation.”
