Nottingham Forest interested in Javi Rueda as Real Madrid stands to benefit

Nottingham Forest is pursuing Javi Rueda, a 23-year-old defender currently at Celta Vigo. Rueda, who previously played for Real Madrid's youth system, has a release clause exceeding €30 million. Due to the sell-on clause included in Rueda's previous transfer, Madrid could receive 50% of any future transfer fee from Forest's potential acquisition. While the transfer has not yet been finalized, it presents an opportunity for Real Madrid to gain financially if completed.

• 7:05 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid in line for 50% windfall as Nottingham Forest target former Castilla starlet with release clause over €30 million