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IOL News
18 hours ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Forest not out of the woods yet despite Gibbs-White's extended stay
Nottingham Forest midfdielder Morgan Gibbs-White (left) fights for possession against Tottenham Hotspur's Djed Spence during a Premier League match. Gibbs-White extended his Forest stay after the club warded off interest from Spurs. Photo: AFP Image: AFP In their desperation to hang on to wantaway star Morgan Gibbs-White, Nottingham Forest may have committed a cardinal error. The midfielder was central to Forest's surprise run in the English Premier League last season. They eventually finished in seventh place, and if it weren't for a late wobble, they would have been preparing for Uefa Champions League football next season. Nuno Espirito Santo's team also reached the FA Cup semi-final. Yet, it seemed that their talisman had been lost to Forest, after Tottenham had announced that they had activated the player's buyout clause with a £60 million (about 1.44bn) bid earlier this month. The club's billionaire owner, Evangelos Marinakos, refused to let their star leave without a fight, especially after the backlash from some quarters that greeted the departure of star winger Anthony Elanga to Newcastle. Caught offside Forest accused Spurs of making an illegal approach for the player, and of a breach of the confidentiality clause in his contract that prevented the buyout clause from being made public. Faced with the threat of legal action, Spurs backed off and Gibbs-White signed a bumper new three-year deal with Forest in a 'statement of intent' from Marinakos. 'I believe in what we're building here,' Gibbs-White was quoted as saying, among other platitudes to the Forest project and praise for the owner's ambitions for the club. I'm not sure if he was talking about his bank balance, after he became the highest-paid player at Forest, but the words had a hollow ring to them. Where was that belief earlier in the month when he was on the brink of wearing the Spurs whites? This messy saga makes one think back to Arsenal's cheeky bid of £40 000 001 for Luis Suarez in 2013, believing it triggered his £40 million release clause. Liverpool, insulted by the low offer, did not accept the bid and the clause was later revealed to be a notification clause, requiring them to inform Suarez but not necessarily sell, according to reports at the time. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Kylian me softly There is, however, another more recent transfer saga that should serve as a cautionary tale to Forest fans still celebrating the extension of Gibbs-White's stay. PSG fans must have been similarly elated at the news, not too long ago, that former talisman Kylian Mbappe would be extending his stay after Real Madrid had come calling, thanks in part to the deep pockets of the club's Saudi owners. Political pressure from the French president also played a role. We all know how that sorry saga ended, with the player eventually leaving his beloved Paris for Madrid on a 'free'. There has been a happy ending to that tale, though not for Mbappe, as a PSG team shorn of Galacticos went on to become European champions for the first time, and almost 'world champions' too. Moneyball By throwing money at the problem, Marinakos may just have delayed the inevitable. The gamble could yet pay off, however, should Forest embark on another fairytale run next season. Without their talisman, who was linked to Manchester City at one stage, those chances are slim to none. There's also a good chance that Gibbs-White's head will get turned by another offer should Forest flounder. Another player who seemed to have had his head turned by interest from another club is Yoane Wissa of Brentford. He is apparently refusing to train with his teammates or play for the club again as he tries to force through a move to Newcastle, who have had two bids rejected for the striker. He accuses the club of reneging on an earlier promise to allow him to leave. The Magpies, meanwhile, are said to be looking at other options. Yet, I wonder how they would feel if the shoe was on the other foot, and star striker Alexander Isak made similar demands.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Gibbs-White signs new 3-year deal with Nottingham Forest
PA Media/dpa London Morgan Gibbs-White has dashed Tottenham's hopes of signing him by committing to a 'record' new contract at Nottingham Forest. It represents a remarkable turnaround from earlier this month when Spurs appeared to have triggered the £60 million ($80.6 million) release clause in the 25-year-old's previous deal at the City Ground. However, a potential move stalled as Forest threatened legal action over an alleged illegal approach for the player. After weeks of uncertainty, Gibbs-White now appears to have been convinced by the ambition of Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis and has agreed to stay on improved terms. The club posted on X: 'A statement of intent from our owner Evangelos Marinakis, as Morgan Gibbs-White signs a record deal at the Club until the summer of 2028.' Marinakis added on the club's website: 'Morgan is a special player - not just in terms of talent, but character and mentality. He represents everything we want this football club to be - he is a winner, talented, ambitious, fearless and proud. Gibbs-White, who joined Forest from Wolves three years ago, shone last seasonas the East Midlands side finished seventh in the Premier League.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Video of Morgan Gibbs-White transfer U-turn gets same response from ALL football fans
Tottenham were seemingly closing in on the signing of Morgan Gibbs-White earlier this month but the Nottingham Forest star has now signed a record contract to stay put Morgan Gibbs-White has officially committed his future to Nottingham Forest - just weeks after the attacking midfielder looked all but certain to join Tottenham. News broke earlier this month that Spurs had triggered a £60million release clause in the 25-year-old's contract. However, Forest were left angered by what they considered to be an illegal approach from their Premier League rivals for one of their most influential stars. Gibbs-White has since played for Forest in pre-season as all talk of finalising said move to Spurs went quiet. And the club have now confirmed that Gibbs-White has signed a club-record three-year deal, putting an end to speculation over the midfielder's future. A video showing Gibbs-White and Evangelos Marinakis, the club's owner, was posted online to announce the news. But some mischievous fans have quipped that the Forest star looked like a 'hostage' in said video. One social media user joked: "Nothing like a hostage video with your captor standing beside you so you don't cry for help! #FreeGibbsWhite". Another poster quipped: "Gibbs-White fake smiling with his owner after being held hostage at Forest just like Olise at Palace." A third football fan said cheekily: "A lot of interesting moments throughout this transfer window. Obviously United's chase of players, Liverpool splashing huge cash, Arsenal always in the news, the Isak situation & a lot more. But I didn't expect a Morgan Gibbs-White hostage video. Never a dull moment". Despite the jokes from fans, Gibbs-White said that he was 'excited' for what's next at Forest after the club qualified for Europe last season. Speaking to the club's official website, he said: "I've felt at home at Forest from the moment I arrived. The support from the fans, my teammates, and everyone around the club has been unbelievable. "I believe in what we're building here – and with the backing of Mr Marinakis and the enormous ambition he has, I want to be part of making something special. I'm excited for what's to come." Forest owner Marinakis, who posed with Gibbs-White in photos celebrating the new contract, said: "Morgan is a special player – not just in terms of talent, but character and mentality. He represents everything we want this football club to be: he is a winner, talented, ambitious, fearless, and proud. "There was significant interest from various clubs, but we were determined to build our future with Morgan at the heart of it. I promised our fans we would not only compete, but grow stronger and stronger every season. Today is another big step in that journey." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
Ammon
2 days ago
- Sport
- Ammon
Midfielder Gibbs-White pens new Forest deal to 2028
Ammon News - Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White has signed a new deal to remain at the Premier League club until 2028, ending speculation over a move to Tottenham Hotspur. British media had reported earlier this month that Tottenham were set to trigger a release clause in Gibbs-White's contract but Forest confirmed late on Saturday the player would remain at the City Ground. "A central figure in Forest's Premier League resurgence and a fan favourite at the City Ground, Gibbs-White has underlined his long-term commitment to the club by agreeing to fresh terms," Forest said in a statement.
News18
2 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Morgan Gibbs-White Signs With Nottingham Forest Until 2028; Brings Spurs Saga To An End
Last Updated: Morgan Gibbs-White signed a new contract with Nottingham Forest until 2028, ending speculation of a move to Tottenham. Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2028, putting an end to speculation linking him with a move to Tottenham Hotspur. Reports earlier this month suggested that Spurs were preparing to activate a release clause in Gibbs-White's contract. However, Forest confirmed on Saturday evening that the 24-year-old will remain at the City Ground. 'A central figure in Forest's Premier League resurgence and a fan favourite at the City Ground, Gibbs-White has underlined his long-term commitment to the club by agreeing to fresh terms," the club said in an official statement. Gibbs-White played a pivotal role in Forest's impressive 2023–24 campaign, contributing seven goals and ten assists in 34 Premier League appearances. His performances helped guide the team to a seventh-place finish, securing a spot in the UEFA Conference League playoff round. Signed from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2022 for an initial £25 million—a fee that could rise to £42.5 million with add-ons—Gibbs-White has grown into one of Forest's most important players. His standout displays also drew interest from Manchester City earlier this year. His most recent appearance came in a 3-1 friendly defeat to Senegal at the City Ground, where he featured as a substitute under new England manager Thomas Tuchel. Tottenham Hotspur's attempt to lure Gibbs-White to North London reportedly stalled amid legal tensions between the two Premier League clubs. Although Spurs recently secured the signing of Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus, their pursuit of Gibbs-White has faced serious obstacles. Reports indicated Tottenham were preparing to activate a £60 million release clause, but Forest claimed they had not granted the club permission to speak with the player. Under Premier League regulations, clubs are prohibited from contacting players under contract with another team without explicit permission—a rule Forest said Spurs breached. (with Reuters inputs) view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
