Nottingham Forest bids £40m for Everton's Harrison Armstrong

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Nottingham Forest bids £40m for Everton's Harrison Armstrong
Summary

Nottingham Forest has made a £40 million bid for Everton's teenage midfielder Harrison Armstrong. The offer, which includes a potential sell-on clause, aims to secure the highly regarded 19-year-old before the transfer window closes. Armstrong, who has 23 appearances for Everton and started their recent 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace, is viewed as a key asset for the club. While Forest hopes to finalize the deal, Everton has not yet indicated whether they will sell. This potential transfer comes amid concerns over the club's ambitions under the Friedkin Group, raising questions among supporters about the future direction of the squad.

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  • •Nottingham Forest offers £40m for Harrison Armstrong
  • •Armstrong has made 23 appearances for Everton
  • •Everton's response to the bid remains unclear
  • •Forest aims to strengthen their squad before the deadline
  • •Current Everton management faces scrutiny over transfer strategy
Latest Updates
  • 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Everton Face £40m Raid For Teenage Midfielder: What’s The Right Decision For The Toffees?
  • 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — Everton decide not to sell Harrison Armstrong
  • 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Nottingham Forest pushing hard to sign Everton star in £40m move
  • 11:43 AMBBC Sport — Forest to bid £40m for Everton teenager Armstrong
  • 11:28 AMYahoo Sports — Forest to bid £40m for Everton teenager Armstrong
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Everton have decided against selling Harrison Armstrong this summer despite Nottingham Forest pushing to sign the midfielder, according to The Athletic.The 19-year-old Everton star enjoyed a breakthro...

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Nottingham Forest step up Harrison Armstrong transfer after Everton talks openedNottingham Forest have moved decisively in the market, switching their attention to Harrison Armstrong after frustrating...

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Nottingham Forest are in advanced talks to sign 19-year-old central midfielder Harrison Armstrong from Everton in a deal worth around £40 million, with a sell-on clause included for the Merseyside cl...

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