Nottingham Forest agree €15m+ deal for Juventus defender Nicolo Savona | OneFootball

Nottingham Forest have reached an agreement with Juventus to sign right-back Nicolo Savona in a deal worth more than €15 million.

Juventus general manager Damien Comolli confirmed the agreement on Thursday evening while attending the Champions League draw in Monaco.

He told Sky Sport Italia that the deal had been finalised earlier in the day, clearing the way for the Italian defender to complete a move to the Premier League.

Forest had been in lengthy discussions with the Serie A club throughout the week, having seen earlier offers turned down.

Juventus initially rejected a proposal worth around €11 million to €12 million, holding out for a higher fee. The final package now surpasses €15 million and includes additional clauses.

Savona, 22, is regarded as one of Juventus’ most promising academy graduates and has already broken into Italy’s under-21 side.

His current contract in Turin ran until 2030, placing the Bianconeri in a strong position during negotiations.

Despite that leverage, Juventus accepted Forest’s latest bid after extended talks.

The Premier League club are now working on the final paperwork, with a medical scheduled ahead of the weekend.

Forest view Savona as a key reinforcement for Nuno Espirito Santo’s squad as the transfer deadline approaches.

The Italian is expected to compete directly with Ola Aina for the right-back spot and provide greater depth in defence.

The move comes during an ambitious summer at the City Ground.

England under-21 winger Omari Hutchinson has already joined from Ipswich Town in a £37.5 million club-record transfer, while Dan Ndoye and Arnaud Kalimuendo have also been added to the squad.

Forest have been active in multiple areas of the market but had made Savona their top defensive target after tracking him closely last season.

Sources indicate the club had contingency plans with other right-backs but always prioritised the Juventus man.

Savona enjoyed a breakthrough campaign in 2024/25 under Juventus boss Igor Tudor, who praised his ‘great football intelligence.’

His performances also drew attention from Manchester City, who considered him as an option earlier this year.

Forest officials believe securing him ahead of rivals is a coup and demonstrates the club’s ability to compete for emerging European talent.

The deal represents Forest’s ninth signing of the summer, further underlining their determination to strengthen before Monday’s deadline.

Savona is now set to begin a new chapter in England as Forest continue their squad rebuild.