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Everton reject Nottingham Forest bid for Harrison Armstrong

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 11:28 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Everton reject Nottingham Forest bid for Harrison Armstrong

Summary

Everton rejected a £40m bid from Nottingham Forest for 19-year-old Harrison Armstrong, responding to fan backlash at The Vitality Stadium during a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth. The potential sale stirred controversy among supporters, who viewed Armstrong as a key homegrown asset. The decision aims to calm tensions with fans and manager David Moyes, who is now assured that Armstrong will remain with the club. The board's move is seen as a way to avoid further fan unrest regarding player transfers.

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Key Details

•Everton declined a £40m offer from Nottingham Forest for Harrison Armstrong.
•Fans expressed frustration during a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth.
•The rejection aimed to calm fan unrest over potential player sales.
•Manager David Moyes will keep a talent viewed as integral to the future.
•The Friedkin Group faces ongoing challenges in fan relations.

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11:28 AMYahoo Sports — Everton owners try to head off open revolt

What they're saying

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Everton's decision to reject Nottingham Forest's offer for teenager Harrison Armstrong has headed off the possibility of open revolt against owners The Friedkin Group from a furious fanbase. The revelation that Everton had received a £40m bid from Forest for the gifted 19-year-old, and it was under consideration, sparked an instant backlash from fans angry at the idea the club's best homegrown product for years could be sold. Instead, after a day of drama on and off the field, Everton's board - led by chairman and billionaire owner Dan Friedkin - decided to unanimously reject Forest's approach and keep Armstrong.
— Yahoo Sports

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