Nottingham Forest have previously kept a close eye on Bologna’s Santiago Castro. Vitor Pereira’s side can now have another chance at doing the same this week.
The striker will feature for the Rossoblu against Aston Villa in the Europa League quarter-final today. He already has two goals in the competition this season, having found the net against AS Roma in the previous round.
He’s also started the last two Serie A games, playing a role in Bologna’s turnaround.
Back in December, SportWitness covered claims Nottingham Forest scouted the player in Bologna’s draw against Lazio.
It was believed the two clubs have a very good relationship and this can drive a possible transfer.
Now, the 21-year-old is attracting attention again and there is belief his future can lie in England.
Premier League move pushed
Tuttomercatoweb note Bologna have made three major sales to English sides in the last two years. Joshua Zirkzee, Riccardo Calafiori and Dan Ndoye helped them earn over €100m, and again could cash in with Castro.
It is believed that Castro, who was signed for €15m in 2024, represents the next major capital gain.
With Bologna taking on Aston Villa last night, this gave Premier League scouts an opportunity to keep a close eye on the Argentine, including Nottingham Forest.
The report says Castro is a player who could fit into the Premier League. He’s valued at €40m, with the amount expected to hand Bologna a major capital gain.
Our take: Castro might want something better
The striker could prove to be an upgrade on Lorenzo Lucca and in the last few seasons, Castro has played European football regularly.
Last season, he played in the Champions League, and has impressed in the Europa League during this campaign.
He’s likely to get regular football under Vitor Pereira but Forest might not be the best next step in his development.
He could also be better off staying in Italy, where Serie A clubs could also be keen.