Favourite named as Nottingham Forest and Juventus tussle for Davide Frattesi

Nottingham Forest are preparing an offer to sign a potential Juventus transfer target after fresh talks with his camp, according to reports.

Forest’s summer transfer window continues to be dominated by speculation surrounding the future of Elliot Anderson.

The England international has become one of the most sought-after midfielders in the Premier League following a superb 2025/26 campaign.

Man City have made Anderson one of their priority targets and have spent much of the summer thus far attempting to convince Forest to sell.

The Sky Blues have already seen major offers rejected as they push to land the midfielder.

Recent reports have suggested City tabled a package worth more than £100 million, only for Forest to stand firm.

The City Ground hierarchy are understood to value Anderson at well over £120 million as a guaranteed fee (Fabrizio Romano).

That stance reflects both the player’s importance to Vitor Pereira‘s side and his growing reputation across European football.

Man United have also been credited with an interest at various stages of the summer, but City remain the club pushing hardest to complete a deal.

For now, Forest’s position remains unchanged, as on-lookers anticipate when a potentially mammoth deal could be done.

At the same time, the club are continuing to plan for the season ahead.

Recruitment work has not stopped despite the uncertainty surrounding Anderson’s future. In fact, Forest may already be positioning themselves for a significant addition in midfield.

According to various reports from Italy, Davide Frattesi has become a major target for the Premier League side once again.

Forest ready bid for Frattesi after fresh talks over the weekend

The Inter Milan midfielder has been linked with several clubs during the transfer window, including Juventus.

However, the latest from Quotidiano Sportivo suggests Forest are the strongest contender for his signature.

Their report claims fresh contact took place between Forest and the player’s representatives over the weekend.

Those discussions are said to have been positive as the club attempt to move negotiations forward. Forest are reportedly preparing an offer worth around £22 million plus performance-related bonuses for Frattesi.

That package could soon be presented as they test Inter’s willingness to negotiate.

Importantly, the report suggests Forest are currently viewed as a more realistic destination for Frattesi than Juventus.

That will undoubtedly encourage supporters hoping to see the club pull off a solid signing.

Frattesi has built a strong reputation in Serie A over recent years, despite his bit-part role for the Nerazzurri recently.

The Italy international is known for his energy, intelligence and ability to influence matches at both ends of the pitch, with Luciano Spalletti calling him a player of ‘infinite quality’.

He is also capable of contributing goals, creating chances and breaking up opposition attacks.

Those qualities make him an attractive option for any side looking to strengthen their midfield.

At 26 years old, he is entering what many consider the peak years of his career. He would bring international experience, Champions League pedigree and proven quality to Pereira’s squad.

There is also an intriguing wider context to the story.

Should Anderson eventually leave, Forest would have substantial resources available to reinvest across the squad.

Frattesi could become one of the players identified as capable of helping fill that void.