Overview
- Multiple outlets reported on Monday that Atalanta have opened negotiations with Nottingham Forest and made direct contact with Nicolò Savona’s representatives.
- Sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli is said to be driving the pursuit as he looks to rebuild the squad under incoming coach Maurizio Sarri.
- Savona joined Forest from Juventus last summer for about €13m plus bonuses, made limited starts this season and has been out since late January with a long‑term knee injury.
- Atalanta view Savona as potential cover at right‑back that would free Marco Palestra to move on, but Atalanta are holding out for roughly €50m after rejecting a reported €45m offer from Inter where Palestra has agreed personal terms.
- Nottingham Forest are planning wider summer business and could sell Savona if terms suit them while they seek replacements such as Roland Sallai ahead of the transfer window opening in mid‑June.