When Frattesi’s Foot Hits Forest’s Mud: The January Transfer Saga
9 January 2026
Inter target Frattesi amid Forest interest
Inter Milan are reportedly ready to listen to offers for Davide Frattesi as Nottingham Forest push to sign the midfielder during the current winter window.
According to Sky Italia, Frattesi has drawn interest from Galatasaray in recent weeks, but Nottingham Forest have also been tracking him in the last hours.
Forest have contacted Inter to explore a possible move, with Inter demanding 35 million euros to sanction a winter exit.
A potential swap involving Ndoye was mentioned, but is not on the table. Inter's coach does not view Frattesi as a first choice, relying on Barella, Çalhanoglu and Mkhitaryan as the starting trio, with Zielinski and Susic as reserves; Frattesi remains a last option.
Talks between the clubs have continued in recent hours, with a decision expected soon.
Inter's lineup continues to rely on the midfield trio of Barella, Çalhanoglu and Mkhitaryan, with Zielinski and Susic as backups.
Frattesi is therefore an option kept on hold for the time being.
Outlook and the market
Forest are chasing midfield depth to fuel a Premier League return, and Frattesi could offer energy and passing range, even if Inter wants to hold him.
The 24-year-old Italy international has featured for Inter, but a fresh challenge could accelerate his development elsewhere.
Sky Italia and others warn there’s no guarantee a deal, and Forest may need to up their bid.
Galatasaray’s interest keeps the saga lively amid a crowded market.
Two quick thoughts to wrap it up: if Inter want 35m, Forest should bill them for espresso and good vibes—worth every penny in mood swings alone.
Transfer sagas are like sequels: same plot, bigger price tag, with the referee still getting the blame when it ends in a 0-0 draw.
