Nottingham Forest could make a move to bring Inter Milan midfielder Roberto Gagliardini to the Premier League this summer, according to reports.
The Lowdown: Marinakis makes contact
The Italy international will be out of contract at the San Siro at the end of the season, and having suffered a lack of game time making just three league starts this term, heās decided to leave upon the expiration of his deal.
Evangelos Marinakis reportedly made contact to enquire about the availability of the 28-year-old in January but, at the time, he was happy to see out the rest of the campaign.
However, Steve Cooper has now been alerted to his situation after learning that heās on the lookout for his next destination and appears to be considering taking a second bite at the cherry.
The Latest: Forest eyeing Gagliardini
According to Italian outlet Calciomercato (via Sport Witness), Forestās āappreciationā for Gagliardini still remains āin view of Juneā, when they could decide to make another approach.
The Inter star ādoesnāt sound very excitedā about the possibility of a move to The City Ground though and is waiting for āoffersā from other clubs in the Serie A.
The Midlands outfit would likely be the suitor to put the ābigger offerā on the table given the English top flight’s financial power, but itās claimed they may need āmore argumentsā should they have any chance of securing his services.
The Verdict: Absolute bargain
Gagliardini has been labelled a āsuperbā footballer by journalist Josh Bunting and Forest will be getting an absolute bargain if they are able to land him on a free transfer in the summer.
The Nike-sponsored player currently ranks in the 99th percentile amongst midfielders for most blocks per 90 minutes and in the 98th percentile for number of touches in the attacking penalty area, highlighting his ability to impact the game at both ends of the pitch (FBRef).
Standing at 6 foot 2, the Bergamo native would also be able to add a different dimension to the midfield with his height, making him an ideal experienced central addition for the Reds.
