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Nottingham Forest are eyeing up midfield reinforcements during the summer transfer window

Everything you need to know as Nottingham Forest eye Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall…

1. Midfield Pursuit: Nottingham Forest have reportedly identified 20-year-old Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall as a potential summer transfer target. The Reds are seeking central midfield reinforcements ahead of the upcoming season amid the likelihood of losing a key man.
2. Replacing Elliot Anderson: Forest’s search for a midfielder is driven by the anticipated departure of Elliot Anderson to Manchester City. Forest face the difficult task of replacing a player recognised as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League.
3. Manchester City's Bids: Manchester City have already failed with two bids for Anderson, with the most recent consisting of £106 million up front plus £15 million in add-ons. However, Forest are said to want a fee closer to £130m - with a significant initial payment - for their prized asset.
4. Bergvall’s Situation at Tottenham: Bergvall has reportedly asked to leave Spurs due to concerns over playing time under manager Roberto De Zerbi. After making only one start and playing just 112 minutes under De Zerbi last season, the player is said to fear a further shortage of game time due to a lack of European football and planned midfield additions for the 2026/27 campaign.
5. Transfer Competition and Valuation: Forest would likely face stiff competition for the young midfielder’s signature, with clubs like Bayern Munich, Aston Villa, and Chelsea keeping tabs on him. Since Bergvall has five years remaining on his contract, Tottenham are expected to demand a hefty price tag if they agree to a sale. Some reports have suggested a fee in the region of £45-50m would be sought.
6. World Cup Presence: Bergvall is currently representing Sweden at the World Cup. He claimed an assist from off the bench as Tunisia were beaten 5-1 in Sweden’s opening group game, and he was a substitute once again for defeat by the same scoreline to the Netherlands.
7. Player Profile: Bergvall is described as a talented box-to-box midfielder with an impressive engine, physical strength and excellent technique. However, he is also seen as a “work in progress” as his youth occasionally shows through inconsistent decision-making, a lack of patience and getting caught on the ball during high-tempo matches.

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