Nottingham Forest have reached a £30m agreement with Manchester City to sign midfielder James McAtee, with negotiations now focused on three additional high-profile targets as the club prepares for European competition.

McAtee Deal Includes Future Clauses

The 22-year-old England U21 international, who progressed through City's academy, will move to the City Ground in a deal featuring sell-on and buy-back provisions. McAtee made 34 first-team appearances for the Premier League champions, including 27 outings last season.

Forest's Ambitious Transfer Strategy

Fresh from qualifying for the Europa League, Forest are pursuing:

  • Omari Hutchinson - Nearing £37.5m agreement with Ipswich
  • Douglas Luiz - Approach made to Juventus for Brazilian midfielder
  • Arnaud Kalimuendo - Talks ongoing with Rennes for French striker
"Forest's summer rebuild continues apace after already securing Dan Ndoye and Igor Jesus, while extending Morgan Gibbs-White's contract," reported Sky Sports News.

Contract Talks Progressing

The club are also making headway in discussions to retain winger Callum Hudson-Odoi, whose current deal expires next summer. The former Chelsea player contributed five goals and two assists last campaign.

Summer Business Summary

Arrivals Departures
Dan Ndoye (£34m) Anthony Elanga (£55m)
Igor Jesus (£10m) Matt Turner (£6.5m)

With the new Premier League season approaching, Forest's ambitious recruitment drive signals their determination to compete on multiple fronts under manager Steve Cooper.

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