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Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace target Kevin Danois from Auxerre

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:20 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace target Kevin Danois from Auxerre

Summary

Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace are competing to acquire midfielder Kevin Danois from AJ Auxerre, as reported by L’Equipe. The 22-year-old, a former France U21 international, is expected to leave Auxerre in a potential club-record transfer valued at over €30 million. Danois, who has emerged as a standout player after helping the team earn a Ligue 2 title in 2024, has been appointed captain by head coach Will Still. Both Premier League teams view him as a strong addition to their squad as they prepare for the new season.

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Key Details

•Danois is expected to leave Auxerre for a club-record fee.
•Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace are leading the chase.
•Danois has developed into a top midfielder in Ligue 1.
•Auxerre hopes to secure over €30 million for Danois.
•He has been named captain by Auxerre's head coach Will Still.

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7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Nottingham Forest to rival Crystal Palace in race to sign Kevin Danois from Auxerre

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Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace are leading the race to sign former France U21 international midfielder Kevin Danois (22) from AJ Auxerre, according to a report from L’Equipe. The 22-year-old ...
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