Nottingham Forest transfer targets summer 2026: Championship star eyed

The last summer transfer window is long gone, but the rumours about potential transfers still persist into next summer. Nottingham Forest are connected with many different players as they looked to strengthen their squad, as long as they avoid relegation of course.

To their credit, Forest made significant moves last summer and many of those confirmed signings have started out as unconfirmed rumours. With that in mind, let us take a look at the latest Forest transfer targets and rumours.

Nottingham Forest transfer targets summer 2026

*Based on Transfermarkt's current valuations. Subject to change.

Gustavo Hamer (Sheffield United)

Sportsboom report Forest, Everton, Leeds United and Brighton & Hove Albion are interested in Gustavo Hamer, who could leave Sheffield United this summer.

Gabriel Mec (Gremio)

Various reports claim Forest, Benfica, Porto and Brentford are interested in Gabriel Mec, who turned down the chance to move from Gremio to Shakhtar Donetsk earlier this season.

Nikola Vasilj (St. Pauli)

German media report Forest and Brighton are interested in Nikola Vasilj. There is a clause in his contract that says he can leave for free this summer if St. Pauli are relegated from the Bundesliga.

Wilson Isidor (Sunderland)

Sportsboom also report Forest, Crystal Palace, Everton and Paris FC are interested in signing Sunderland striker Wilson Isidor.