Nottingham Forest have registered interest in a Tottenham star as they consider their options for the England striker.
Nottingham Forest have officially registered their interest in signing Tottenham Hotspur center-forward Dominic Solanke during the current transfer window. According to a breaking update from Italian transfer journalist Gianluigi Longari, relayed by fan outlet MatchdayHQ on X, the 28-year-old English international has emerged as a high-priority target for Forest as they seek to strengthen their attacking frontline ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
Nottingham Forest’s recruitment team has actively scouted proven top-flight goalscorers to lead their attack this season, identifying Solanke as an ideal candidate to elevate their offensive dynamism. Standing at 6-foot-2, Solanke brings a potent combination of physical presence, pressing intensity, and technical link-up play that fits seamlessly into a fast-paced Premier League transition system.
Forest view Solanke (who featured in just 15 PL games last season) as an established leader capable of handling the physical demands of single-striker roles while providing a consistent goal threat in the penalty area. With the club aiming to establish greater consistency in the top division, launching an ambitious move for a prime English center-forward represents a clear statement of intent from the City Ground hierarchy.
Solanke’s Situation and Role at Tottenham Hotspur
Solanke joined Tottenham Hotspur in August 2024 from Bournemouth in an initial £55 million transfer package. Over his two seasons in North London, the striker has netted 22 goals across all competitions, playing a vital role in Spurs’ successful 2025 UEFA Europa League winning campaign.
However, with head coach Roberto De Zerbi reshaping Tottenham’s tactical setup and considering several incoming additions across the frontline, including potential cut-price opportunities for Monaco striker Folarin Balogun, Solanke’s long-term standing as the undisputed starting striker is under evaluation. While De Zerbi values Solanke’s work rate and tactical discipline, Spurs may be open to listening to substantial offers if it allows them to reallocate capital into other key areas of the squad before deadline day.
Despite Forest’s concrete monitoring, finalizing a deal for Solanke will require navigating significant financial parameters. Tottenham invested heavily to secure his services from Bournemouth and remain in a strong position, with the player under contract for several more years. Consequently, Spurs hierarchy are expected to demand a fee in excess of £50 million to grant his departure.
While formal club-to-club negotiations have yet to commence, Forest’s inquiry marks a critical initial phase in what could develop into one of the late sagas of the summer window. Should Forest follow up their interest with an official proposal, Tottenham will be forced to weigh immediate squad depth against a substantial financial return on their star striker.
