August 30, (THEWILL) — Nottingham Forest have confirmed the acquisition of Italian defender, Nicolo Savona, from Juventus in a deal worth approximately £12 million. The 22-year-old right-back has committed to a five-year contract at the City Ground, binding him to the club until 2030. The transfer package includes a sell-on clause, though specific terms remain undisclosed.
Savona expressed enthusiasm about joining the English Premier League club, stating his excitement for the new challenge both personally and professionally. The defender indicated his eagerness to perform before Forest supporters at their home ground and pledged total commitment to the team. His arrival addresses manager Nuno Espirito Santo’s publicly stated requirement for additional full-back options.
The Italian international enjoyed a breakthrough campaign with Juventus last season, making 28 appearances across all competitions including 19 league starts. Savona found the net twice during his debut season in Serie A and has earned three caps for Italy’s under-21 national team. His development through Juventus’s Academy system culminated in first-team recognition.
Standing at 6ft 4in, Savona offers tactical flexibility that aligns with Nuno’s squad-building philosophy. While primarily deployed as a right-back, the defender can operate centrally or on the left flank when required. This versatility supports Forest’s strategy of maintaining squad depth without excessive numbers, particularly given their limited senior full-back options beyond Ola Aina and Neco Williams.
Forest’s summer spending has reached £150 million across seven new signings, though Nuno previously identified defensive gaps requiring attention. The club continues pursuing Leicester City’s Victor Kristiansen for left-back coverage and Getafe goalkeeper, David Soria. Transfer deadline day activity may see departures for several fringe players, including Jota Silva, Eric Moreira, Emmanuel Dennis and Omar Richards.
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