Overview
- Forest’s approach for Dunk was turned down, with reports stating Brighton have no interest in a sale this window.
- Sean Dyche had identified the centre-back as a target as Forest push for a defensive addition before the February 2 deadline.
- Dunk, 34, remains a first-choice pick under Fabian Hurzeler after agreeing a one-year extension that runs through 2027.
- Forest’s current pairing is Nikola Milenkovic with Murillo, with limited senior cover from Morato and Willy Boly.
- Murillo is drawing outside interest, but Forest are reported to be blocking approaches during this window.