Nottingham Forest retains Morgan Gibbs-White amid Manchester United interest

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Nottingham Forest retains Morgan Gibbs-White amid Manchester United interest
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Nottingham Forest has decided to keep midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White despite reported interest from Manchester United. Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is blocking any move for Gibbs-White, who recently committed to a new contract after last summer's transfer speculation. Reports indicate that United is shifting focus to other targets as they seek to improve their midfield options, with players like West Ham's Matheus Fernandes and Newcastle's Sandro Tonali gaining traction. The club aims to complete signings before the World Cup potentially complicates future negotiations.

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  • Nottingham Forest intends to keep Morgan Gibbs-White this summer.
  • Forest owner blocks Gibbs-White's potential transfer to Manchester United.
  • United expands its focus to other midfield targets, including Tonali.
  • INEOS aims to secure new signings before the World Cup.
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  • 9:20 AMYahoo SportsMorgan Gibbs-White: Nottingham Forest decide on United target’s future
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Manchester United’s summer plans are centred around improving Michael Carrick’s midfield options, with INEOS keen to add at least two more players to the engine room at Old Trafford. A host of nam...

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