Nottingham Forest’s Fourth Summer Signing Falls Through as Talks Break Down
In a surprising turn of events, Nottingham Forest’s anticipated fourth signing of the summer has fallen through at the last minute. The Reds were on the verge of securing goalkeeper Carlos Miguel from Corinthians, but negotiations have reportedly broken down just before the final paperwork could be signed.
The Brazilian shot-stopper had flown in from his homeland and was expected to undergo a medical over the weekend. With his €4 million (£3.4m) release clause activated, the deal seemed imminent. However, sources indicate that unforeseen complications during the final stages of negotiation have led to the collapse of the transfer.
This setback comes as Forest intensifies preparations for the 2024/25 Premier League season. Players reported back for duty this week, with a friendly match against Chesterfield scheduled for Saturday. Fans were eagerly anticipating the addition of Miguel to the squad, following the signings of Marko Stamenic, Eric da Silva Moreira, and Elliot Anderson. Stamenic, notably, has been loaned out to Olympiacos for the season.
A club spokesperson addressed the situation, saying, “We are disappointed that the deal for Carlos Miguel could not be completed. We had high hopes for his contribution to the team, but sometimes negotiations don’t go as planned. We will continue to explore other options to strengthen our squad.”
The breakdown of talks leaves Forest searching for an alternative to bolster their goalkeeping department. Despite this setback, the club remains focused on building a competitive team for the upcoming season.
As the pre-season progresses, Nottingham Forest will need to quickly regroup and identify other potential targets to ensure they are well-prepared for their Premier League campaign. The fans, while disappointed, will be hoping for swift action from the club’s management to address this unexpected hiccup.
