By Ric Turner, Mon 18 August 2025 12:58
James McAtee joins Forest in £30m dealMidfielder leaves club after 11 years in search of regular first-team football
James McAtee has joined Nottingham Forest in a deal worth around £30m, the club confirmed on Saturday.
The midfielder joined the club as an 11-year-old, and progressed through the ranks befor making his first-team debut in September 2021.
McAtee scored seven goals in 27 appearances for City last season, but has left The Etihad in order to find more regular first-team football.
“I would like to thank everyone at Manchester City for all of their support and guidance during my time here,” said McAtee.
“I joined as a boy with a dream of playing at the highest level and I’ve been able to achieve that as part of Pep’s incredible squad.
“It’s been amazing every step of the way – from winning the FA Youth Cup, to making my first team debut and developing from there.
“I leave City with lots of great memories and wishing only the best for everyone involved in my development here.”
Director of Football Hugo Viana added: “James has been part of City’s story for a long time having progressed through our Academy system from a young age.
“He is a great example of what our Academy is all about – finding local young talent and nurturing them to play at the highest level.
“The amount of players from our Academy not only in our squad but also around the Premier League is testament to that work.
“We all look forward to seeing how his career progresses and saying hello when we next face Nottingham Forest.”
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