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Nottingham Forest could be on the verge of signing a fourth Brazilian player as they seek to complete a deal for Angelo Gabriel before the transfer deadline.

Reports in Brazil suggest that Santos have agreed to loan the forward to the Reds, with a buy-out clause inserted into the deal that will be activated if the club stay in the Premier League this season. The Série A outfit are awaiting official paperwork from Forest before it can be completed, according to journalist André Hernan.

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With Forest in the market for a goalkeeper this month, Real Madrid legend Kaylor Navas has been linked with a move from PSG to the City Ground. But would it be a good deal for the Reds? Tell us your view...

Manchester United could be without key player Christian Eriksen for Wednesday's meeting with Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford.

The two sides will face off in the second leg (kick-off 8pm) of the EFL Cup semi-final for a place in the Wembley decider next month. The Red Devils hold a 3-0 lead from the first leg.

The club has revealed that Eriksen is a "doubt" for the match, however. The Danish international suffered an ankle injury following a late challenge from Andy Carroll in the FA Cup fourth round home tie against Reading at the weekend.

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Nottingham Forest head coach Steve Cooper admits outgoings, as well as incomings, are possible at the City Ground before the transfer window closes.

Midfielder Jonjo Shelvey is undergoing a medical ahead of completing a move from Newcastle United which will make him the Reds’ fourth January addition. And he is unlikely to be the only new arrival before Tuesday night’s 11pm deadline.

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Nottingham Forest have been hit by further bad news on the injury front, with Morgan Gibbs-White facing a spell on the sidelines.

The attacker was forced off with little more than 15 minutes to go of last week’s Carabao Cup semi-final first leg defeat to Manchester United, having suffered an ankle problem. Head coach Steve Cooper says the summer signing is now expected to be ruled out “for a little while”.

Ahead of Wednesday night’s second leg at Old Trafford, which the Reds go into 3-0 down, midfielder Ryan Yates is still struggling with a suspected virus and Jack Colback is also a doubt. Striker Chris Wood is cup-tied but has been hampered by illness, too.

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Nottingham Forest have confirmed that Ateef Konate has joined Oxford United on loan.

Konate, who was also linked with a permanent move to Championship play-off hopefuls Sunderland, has put pen-to-paper on a deal until the end of the season at Oxford. The 21-year-old is clearly highly rated at Forest given their reluctance to let him leave permanently and his move to the Kassam Stadium will hand him the opportunity to get regular first team minutes for the first time in his career.

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Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper has confirmed midfielder Jonjo Shelvey is undergoing a medical, with a view to completing a move from Newcastle United.

If all goes as planned, the 30-year-old will become the Reds’ fourth signing of the January window. Gustavo Scarpa, Danilo and Magpies loanee Chris Wood have already been added to the squad.

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Nottingham Forest are reportedly looking to insert an obligation to buy clause in Lewis O'Brien's contract should he depart on loan.

The 24-year-old has fallen down the pecking order at the City Ground following his summer move from Huddersfield Town. Given the imminent arrival of Jonjo Shelvey from Newcastle, O'Brien will be restricted with further game time.

O'Brien is claimed to be on the West Bromwich Albion's radar with Carlos Corberan potentially eyeing a reunion with the player. The midfielder played a key role for Corberan during his time at Huddersfield. Sheffield United have also been linked.

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Nottingham Forest have reportedly 'enquired' about Besiktas centre-back Romain Saiss.

The former Wolves man joined the Super Lig side in the summer after the West Midlands side refused to meet his two-year contract and salary demands. Reds boss Steve Cooper, meanwhile, is keen to boost his defensive options with the club also pushing to sign Atletico Madrid's Felipe.

Saiss made a name for himself in the Premier League during a six-year stint with Wolves. According to Turkish journalist Gokmen Ozcan, Forest are 'one of three clubs' to have made an enquiry for the player.

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Newcastle United midfielder Jonjo Shelvey is set to join Nottingham Forest, with a medical scheduled to take place today (Monday).

The Reds continue to be busy in the transfer market as the January window draws to a close. Shelvey could become Forest's fourth signing this window after Gustavo Scarpa, Danilo and Chris Wood.

Clubs have until the end of Tuesday night to do business, at which point the window closes until the end of the season. How many more will Forest get through the door?

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Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe admits he didn't want to lose midfielder Jonjo Shelvey to Nottingham Forest.

The 30-year-old is set to undergo a medical today (Monday) ahead of signing a two-and-a-half year deal with the Reds. Shelvey was looking for a new challenge after entering the final months of his contract at St James' Park after a seven-year stint at St James' Park.

Injuries meant he was restricted to just three appearances for Howe this season, and has missed the Magpies' last five matches. Speaking about Shelvey amid his move, Howe told Chronicle Live: "Jonjo has had injuries this season and certainly I would not want to lose him.

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Nottingham Forest are reportedly pushing to sign Atletico Madrid centre-back Felipe before the transfer deadline.

Steve Cooper is keen to add further experience to Forest's backline, which is an element the Brazilian can bring at 33. Felipe made the move to Madrid from Porto in 2016, but has found life difficult this season after falling down the pecking order.

He has played a total of four games so far, with one of those coming in the Champions League. With Atletico keen on signing Leicester City's Caglar Soyuncu, Felipe's exit to Forest could be facilitated.

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Nottingham Forest are reportedly interested in re-signing former forward Michail Antonio from West Ham.

That's according to the Mirror Sunday, who claim Forest are interested in his signature along with Wolverhampton Wonderers and Everton. The 32-year-old first arrived at the City Ground in 2014 for a brief stint before joining the Hammers the following year.

Last week, Antonio admitted there was a possibility he could leave the London side before Tuesday night's deadline. "Honestly, I've not ruled anything out. That's all I can say," he told The Footballer's Football Podcast . "Nothing has been ruled out.

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Sheffield United have reportedly 'joined the race' to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis O'Brien.

Forest are 'willing' to listen to offers for the midfielder, despite signing him last summer. The 24-year-old has been restricted game time at the City Ground and hasn't started since the 4-0 defeat at Leicester in October.

Reports claimed that West Bromwich Albion were monitoring the midfielder's situation but it is now claimed to be United who are keen on signing O'Brien as their player, with Sander Berge on the verge of an exit. According to Alan Nixon, the Blades may accept a bid for Berge who has been a target for Fulham and Brighton.

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Nottingham Forest are reportedly "considering" a move for Leeds United target Weston McKennie.

The American midfielder is close to joining Leeds from Juventus, with the two clubs deep in talks over a transfer, but nothing has been finalised yet.

According to The Athletic, Forest are mulling over a "late attempt" to hijack the deal and sign McKennie before the transfer deadline on Tuesday. Leeds want to sign the United States international on loan, with an option to buy, but now face late competition from Forest.

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Nottingham Forest are reportedly closing in on the signing of midfielder Jonjo Shelvey from Newcastle United.

The Reds continue to be busy in the transfer market as the January window draws to a close. And Shelvey is the latest name to be strongly linked with a move to the City Ground.

Clubs have until the end of Tuesday night to do business, at which point the window closes until the end of the season. How many more will Forest get through the door?

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Nottingham Forest are set to sign Jonjo Shelvey from Newcastle United, according to reports.

The 30-year-old is due to seal a move to Forest imminently, as per The Telegraph. He would become the 25th player Forest have signed since gaining promotion back to the Premier League, while Atletico Madrid centre-back Felipe is also in advanced talks to join Steve Cooper's squad.

Forest and Newcastle fans have been having their say on the news on social media and mostly agree it's a good move for all parties.

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Nottingham Forest are "on the verge" of sealing the shock signing of Newcastle United midfielder Jonjo Shelvey, according to reports.

Steve Cooper is keen to add to his squad in the final couple of days of the transfer window as he looks to lead the Reds further away from the Premier League relegation zone. Forest currently sit in 13th place in the league, four points clear of the bottom three.

It now seems that the Reds will turn to Shelvey to help them in the second half of the season. The Telegraph claim that the club are "on the verge" of completing the signing before Tuesday night’s transfer deadline, with the player "keen" on the switch to the City Ground.

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Nottingham Forest are in advanced talks with Atletico Madrid to sign centre-back Felipe, according to reports.

At 33, Felipe would bring bags of experience to Forest's backline, but he has barely played this season. The defender has only featured in four Atletico matches, three of which ended in defeat.

Transfer insider Fabirzio Romano claims that Forest are now close to recruiting the centre-back. He tweeted: "Nottingham Forest are now in advanced talks to sign Felipe as new centre back, discussions ongoing with Atlético Madrid.

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Nottingham Forest have reached an agreement with Belgian side Anderlecht over a transfer for Harry Toffolo, according to reports.

The summer signing has been linked with a move away from the City Ground in recent days, just six months after signing from Championship side Huddersfield Town. The left-back has struggled for regular game time since making the move to the club in the summer.

The 27-year-old has featured 10 times in the Premier League so far this season, but was an unused substitute for the 2-0 win over Leicester City. He was then left out of the squad completely for last weekend’s 1-1 draw with Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.

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Nottingham Forest have received an "official proposal" to sign striker Hwang Ui-jo from American side Chicago Fire, according to reports.

The 30-year-old only joined Forest in the summer, signing from French side Bordeaux. But he went straight on loan to sister club Olympiacos. He has, however, struggled to make an impact in the Greek league, playing just five league games for the club.

He has been left out of the squad entirely since the start of the World Cup, where he represented South Korea. His last appearance came as an 18 minute cameo in a cup game against Atromitos Athen earlier this month.

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Nottingham Forest have made a "bold bid" for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah.

A new centre-back is top of head coach Steve Cooper's wishlist before the January transfer window closes at 11pm on Tuesday, according to reports. The likes of Montpellier's Maxime Esteve and Atletico Madrid's Felipe have been linked, but Tah could be the Reds' man

The 26-year-old is an ever-present for Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen, playing 281 games since joining from Hamburg in 2015. He also has 16 caps for the German national team and was named in the 2019-20 Europa League squad of the season.

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