Nottingham Forest have won the race to sign Fluminense defender Nino amid interest from other clubs. The centre-back has been on the club’s radar for some time and now looks set for England.
On Saturday, the physical central defender tasted glory with his current club. He helped his team defeat Boca Juniors in the final of the Copa Libertadores in a proud moment for the player.
During the current campaign in Brazil, he’s been a standout performer for Fluminense. Now, Forest have moved to get a deal for Nino over the line and it’s thought a deal is close.
Forest win race to sign Nino
The Reds landed Murillo in the summer transfer window for £11 million. Now, Forest are set to raid South America once again and get a deal for Nino over the line.
According to Globo Esporte, the Reds have now won the race for the centre-back. Forest have fought off interest from other teams to land the player for just £6 million.
Nino will arrive at the club in January on the back of 50 appearances during the 2022/23 campaign for Fluminense and 228 appearances for the club in total.
Nino set for City Ground arrival
The Brazilian contingent is set to get stronger at the City Ground. Forest have agreed on a bargain fee for Nino and it could prove to be an exciting signing for the Reds.
It’s hard to imagine that too many people will know too much about the defender. Still, it’s clear that head coach Steve Cooper is keen to add to his rearguard in January.
Nino is keen to stay at Fluminense and compete in the Club World Cup for the club. After that he will join Forest and the 26-year-old will hope to get straight in the team and start making an impact on the Premier League.
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