Club Won’t Hold Talks With Nottingham Forest Until Official Bid Made For Player

04.08.2023 22:53

Inside Futbol

Steve Cooper’s side are yet to strengthen in defence this summer with their investments coming in attack, wing and the right-back positions.

While the goalkeeping department remains another area where the Tricky Trees want to invest in, central defence is no different.

Ibanez has emerged as a potential target, with Nottingham Forest attempting to line up a deal.

However, according to Italian outlet Calciomercato.it, Roma are only prepared to start talks with Nottingham Forest if an official bid is made.

Jose Mourinho’s side value the defender at €25m to €30m and have identified Ibanez as a player who they could sell this summer.

Ibanez, on his part, will only consider an offer to leave Rome if that offer is comes attached with a lucrative contract.

The defender currently takes home an annual salary of €1.5m at the Italian giants and would likely want to see an increase.