Nottingham Forest’s pursuit of Dan Ndoye could hinge on the sale of Morgan Gibbs-White to Tottenham Hotspur, with Bologna unwilling to negotiate below their €45m asking price.
According to Corriere di Bologna, the Serie A side are not interested in Napoli’s offer, which includes an initial loan. Instead, Bologna are waiting for a cash deal — and Forest could provide it if they offload Gibbs-White to Tottenham.
Why Forest Need to Sell Before They Can Bid Again
Despite being one of the first clubs to approach Bologna for Ndoye, Forest haven’t submitted a second bid, largely due to financial constraints. Their hopes rest on Spurs completing a £60m deal for Morgan Gibbs-White, which would give them the funds to return to the table.
Napoli’s Loan Proposal Rejected by Bologna
Napoli remain in the race but have failed to meet Bologna’s terms. Their bid includes a loan-to-buy structure, something that the Rossoblu are unwilling to accept.
“Napoli’s formula doesn’t suit Bologna — there are no ifs or buts. €45m or nothing,” claimed *Corriere di Bologna*.
That puts the advantage in Forest’s hands — if they can sell.
Dan Ndoye stats
| Stat (2024/25) | Dan Ndoye |
|---|---|
| Appearances (all comps) | 49 |
| Goals | 9 |
| Coppa Italia goals | 1 |
| UCL appearances | 8 |
| Total games played | 75 |
How a Gibbs-White Exit Could Unlock the Deal
Tottenham’s push for Morgan Gibbs-White is key. Sources believe that if Spurs trigger a deal in the coming days, Nottingham Forest will immediately re-approach Bologna with a new, improved bid — this time closer to the €45m required.
Bologna, meanwhile, are open to a bidding war and believe interest from the Premier League can drive Ndoye’s price higher.
Key Insights
- Bologna want €45m — no loan deals
- Napoli’s offer rejected due to structure
- Nottingham Forest need Gibbs-White sale to return with cash
- Player is back training with Bologna, but open to move
- Bologna trying to trigger a transfer auction
What’s Next
Bologna are waiting for formal second offers. Forest are likely to return if Tottenham complete the Gibbs-White deal in time. Napoli’s interest is real but stalled due to financial structure.
Should Forest sell Gibbs-White to unlock a move for Ndoye — or should they prioritise other areas of the pitch?
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