Nottingham Forest are poised to move for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall as Elliot Anderson edges closer to a record-breaking transfer to Manchester City, according to reports. Tottenham insider John Wenham believes Bergvall is seeking a new challenge and regular playing time, having informed the club of his desire to leave on June 21.
Bergvall, who has refused to commit his future to Spurs, is reportedly frustrated with his limited opportunities under manager Roberto De Zerbi. Forest are seen as a potential destination, with Wenham suggesting a fee in the region of £40-50 million could be recouped by Tottenham. This potential income is directly linked to the anticipated sale of Anderson to Manchester City.
TEAMtalk confirms that Forest are actively pursuing Bergvall as part of a broader strategy to bolster their midfield options. The club is preparing for a significant influx of funds from the Anderson deal, which is widely reported to be around £130 million. This financial boost would allow Forest to meet Tottenham’s valuation of the Swedish midfielder.
Anderson’s impending move to City is expected to shatter the British transfer record, though sources within both clubs are downplaying claims it will exceed the current record of £125 million paid for Isak. The sale will provide Forest with the resources to pursue multiple midfield targets, with Bergvall identified as an excellent option for both the short and long term. The 20-year-old Bergvall expressed his current focus is on the World Cup, deferring discussion of his club future until after the tournament.
The potential transfer of Bergvall to Forest represents a mutually beneficial outcome, providing the player with the regular minutes he desires and allowing Tottenham to generate significant funds following their pursuit of other midfield targets like Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali. Forest’s acquisition of Bergvall would further strengthen their squad as they prepare for another Premier League campaign.
