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Nottingham Forest Target Newcastle Winger Jacob Murphy in Final Transfer-Window Push
8/31/2026, 11:08:47 AM
Forest’s Pursuit of Jacob Murphy
Nottingham Forest are actively negotiating a move for Newcastle United winger Jacob Murphy as the summer transfer window draws to a close. The club has until the deadline on Tuesday at 11 p.m. to finalize any remaining deals, and sources indicate that Forest are “pushing” to secure the 31-year-old before his contract expires.
Murphy’s Situation at Newcastle United
Murphy entered the final year of his contract at St James’ Park and has struggled to cement a starting role, appearing only as a substitute in Newcastle’s two Premier League matches so far this season. Over the 2025-26 season he logged 25 of a possible 26 league appearances, contributing four goals and five assists according to FotMob. In the previous 2024-25 campaign he recorded a combined 23 goals and assists in 41 appearances. At 31, he is considered a senior option whose playing time has diminished under the current hierarchy that favours Anthony Elanga on the right flank.
Transfer-Window Context and Other Targets
Forest’s recruitment drive also includes right wing-back Daniel Munoz, whose £22 million transfer from Crystal Palace was confirmed earlier in the window. The club is reportedly monitoring Fiorentina right-back Dodo, with Italian outlet Football Italia citing a €12 million asking price from Fiorentina versus the €10 million Forest were prepared to pay. Both potential signings reflect Forest’s broader aim to reinforce the wide areas before the window shuts.
Official Statements & Club Plans
Head coach Oliver Glasner has publicly stated that up to three new players could join Forest, with a similar number of departures expected. This indicates a strategic overhaul of the squad, of which Murphy is a key component according to the same source.
Potential Impact on Forest’s Squad
If acquired, Murphy could provide depth on the right side of attack, complementing the 3-4-2-1 system employed by Glasner. His defensive work rate and ability to advance forward may allow him to operate either as a wing-back or an advanced midfielder, offering flexibility after the loan departure of Dilane Bakwa to Lille. Securing Murphy before the deadline would give Forest a seasoned Premier League player to bolster their attacking options in the latter half of the season.
