Nottingham Forest are now "preparing a bid" for a "fantastic" playmaker, who has been a subject of interest for a number of Premier League clubs this summer, journalist Ben Jacobs has revealed.
Forest looking to bolster options at full-back
Ola Aina was one of Nuno's most important players in the Premier League last season, making 35 appearances, but the manager has set out to bolster his options at right-back ahead of his side's upcoming European campaign.
Neco Williams has also proven himself as a dependable option on the opposite flank, but given that the Wales international is more accustomed to playing on the opposite side, Nuno may look at bringing in another option at left-back this summer.
Earlier this week, it was revealed the Tricky Trees were in talks to sign Omari Hutchinson, and the forward is not the only Ipswich Town player on the shortlist, with Jacobs taking to X to state that Leif Davis has also emerged as a target.
Spain's Marc Pubill in action with England's Omari Hutchinson
Nottingham Forest are "preparing a bid" to sign the left-back, who is clearly highly sought-after, with the journalist revealing Ipswich have already knocked back offers from different Premier League clubs this summer.
Jacobs has since offered a further update on Forest's pursuit, suggesting that it could be difficult to get a deal done, given the Tractor Boys' unwillingness to sell.
"Fantastic" Davis could be exciting addition for Forest
The Ipswich defender, who was once dubbed "fantastic" by Cartlon Palmer, poses a real threat on the front foot, as showcased by the fact Kieran McKenna's side were heavily reliant on the full-back as a playmaker during the 2024-25 campaign.
While the 25-year-old struggled to make much of an impact in the top flight, picking up three assists all season, the attacking numbers he chalked up in the Championship and League one were remarkable.
Season League appearances Goals Assists
2022-23 43 3 14
2023-24 43 2 21
As such, the Englishman could be an exciting addition from an attacking point of view, and it could be useful for Nuno to have a different type of player to choose from at left-back, given that Williams flourishes from a defensive standpoint.
There may be some concerns about the fact Forest want to sign the £25k-a-week full-back and Hutchinson, given that both players were relegated from the Premier League last season, but Davis' attacking prowess means it could be a risk worth taking.