Overview

• Juventus executive Damien Comolli confirmed an agreement for right-back Nicolò Savona, with Italian reports saying he flew to England for medical tests.
• Savona is expected to become Forest’s ninth summer signing for about €15 million, with conflicting reports over a five- or six-year contract.
• Sky Sports reported Botafogo’s John Victor underwent a medical with Forest and is set to sign after an agreement between the clubs earlier on Friday.
• Nuno Espírito Santo reiterated his wish list of two full-backs and another goalkeeper, with Forest still seeking a left-back option before the window closes.
• Nuno and owner Evangelos Marinakis scheduled talks during the international break, with both sides publicly signalling confidence in their relationship.