Nottingham Forest near Kalimuendo deal from Rennes for €30m

Nottingham Forest are approaching the final stages of a major transfer, closing in on Rennes forward Arnaud Kalimuendo in a deal reported to be worth around 30 million euros. The agreement, with personal terms already said to be in place, positions Forest at the front of the line in a crowded field of Premier League suitors as they prepare to return to European competition after a 30-year absence. The move would come amid a busy summer for Forest, who are also pushing other high-profile targets and reshaping the squad for a season that includes Europa League football.

Kalimuendo, 23, emerged as one of Ligue 1’s more prolific young forwards, scoring 17 goals in 33 appearances for Rennes last season. He has also contributed with 34 goals in 93 league appearances for Rennes across three years, and his versatility would offer Forest options in central striking at the front of their attack or on either wing. Forest’s current forward options include Morgan Gibbs-White, who signed a new contract after drawing interest from Tottenham, and teenage Brazilian striker Igor Jesus, with Taiwo Awoniyi and Chris Wood also in the mix. The potential addition of Kalimuendo would extend Forest’s...