Nottingham Forest’s Pursuit of Ramon Sosa Hits a Roadblock: Negotiations Stall Amidst Disagreement Over Transfer Terms
Nottingham Forest’s quest to bolster their squad ahead of the new Premier League season has encountered a significant obstacle. Negotiations with Talleres for the signing of Paraguayan winger Ramon Sosa have ground to a halt, with the Argentine club expressing frustration over Forest’s late attempt to alter the initial proposal.
Despite facing stiff competition from top-flight rivals, Forest had seemingly moved ahead in the race to secure Sosa’s services. A verbal agreement was reportedly reached, with a fixed transfer fee of £12m, add-ons, and a five-year contract in place. However, Forest’s decision to renege on the alleged agreement by offering different terms has angered Talleres, putting the deal in jeopardy.
Talleres are adamant that Forest should respect the initial agreement, and if the Premier League side refuses to do so, the transfer is unlikely to materialize. This development comes as a blow to Nuno Espirito Santo’s plans to strengthen his squad, with the Forest manager eager to avoid another relegation scrap.
Sosa, 24, has been making waves in Argentina and recently showcased his talent on the world stage by scoring for Paraguay at the Copa America. His signing was seen as a significant coup for Forest, but the current impasse has cast doubt over the deal’s completion.
With the transfer window set to close on August 30, Forest still have time to revive negotiations and meet Talleres’ demands. However, the club’s failure to honor the initial agreement may have damaged their relationship with the Argentine club, making it challenging to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.