Nottingham Forest have set their sights on Fiorentina’s Serbian defender Nikola Milenkovic, with confirmed contacts between the two parties. While negotiations are underway, no deal has been finalized or defined yet.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports that the Premier League club’s interest in the 26-year-old center-back is substantial, as they look to bolster their defensive options for the upcoming season. Milenkovic, who has been a key figure for Fiorentina since joining the club in 2017, has attracted attention from several top-flight English clubs.
Nottingham Forest’s pursuit of Milenkovic comes as they aim to strengthen their squad following a challenging previous season. The club’s management sees the Serbian international as a potential cornerstone for their backline, given his experience in Serie A and on the international stage.
While the exact details of the negotiations remain undisclosed, it’s worth noting that Milenkovic reportedly had a previous agreement with Fiorentina allowing him to be sold for around €15 million. However, given the current market conditions and Milenkovic’s consistent performances, the asking price may have increased.
As the transfer window progresses, Nottingham Forest will likely face competition for Milenkovic’s signature, with clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United also showing interest in the defender.
