Inter eye €35m Ndoye deal as Forest future in doubt

Dan Ndoye’s Nottingham Forest future is already under scrutiny, with reports in Italy suggesting the winger could leave the club this summer for around €35 million.

The Switzerland international arrived at the City Ground in a €42 million deal last summer, but his first season in the Premier League has not unfolded as expected. Now, Inter Milan are exploring the possibility of bringing him back to Serie A.

According to Tuttosport, Inter are actively searching for more pace and attacking unpredictability, with Ndoye emerging as a potential solution. The Italian side had previously considered other options, including Moussa Diaby, but their need for a dynamic wide player remains.

Ndoye is not a new name on Inter’s radar. The club had monitored him during his time at Bologna, and sporting director Piero Ausilio is understood to have already made initial enquiries.

The report claims the Nottingham Forest player “could change air” this summer, with a €35 million fee seen as enough to open negotiations.

Ndoye made an immediate impression after his arrival, scoring on his debut and showing flashes of his attacking quality. However, that early promise has not translated into sustained performances.

He has contributed just four goal involvements across all competitions and has struggled to hold down a regular starting place in recent months.

From the last few weeks of Nottingham Forest’s campaign, his role has diminished, with competition for places and inconsistent form limiting his impact.

Having followed Forest closely this season, his performances have often lacked the sharpness and confidence that defined his time in Italy.

Inter’s interest is driven by a clear tactical need. Under Cristian Chivu, the team are looking to add a player capable of stretching defences and offering direct attacking threat, particularly in wide areas.

Ndoye’s profile fits that requirement. His pace, dribbling ability and experience in Serie A make him a logical option, especially compared to alternatives who may be more expensive or less familiar with the league.

However, it remains too early to confirm whether Inter will move forward with a formal offer, as other targets are also being considered.

A potential €35 million deal would represent a manageable outcome for Nottingham Forest. Given his initial transfer fee and contract structure, such a sale would limit financial loss and could even result in a small gain.

For the player, a return to Italy may offer a more suitable environment. Ndoye previously thrived at Bologna, where he played a key role in a team competing for European qualification.

Inter are expected to continue assessing their attacking targets ahead of the summer transfer window, with Ndoye remaining one of several options. Any concrete move will likely depend on budget decisions and squad planning in the coming weeks.

Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, will evaluate their squad after the season concludes, with Ndoye’s future likely tied to both his form and the club’s broader strategy.