Nottingham Forest pushing 'hard' as new triple transfer link emerges

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Nottingham Forest have reportedly submitted a bid for Valencia defender Jesus Vazquez but face competition for his signature.

The 19-year-old Spaniard could be being lined up as a possible replacement for Max Lowe, who is going to be involved in Sheffield United's pre-season plans after a loan spell at the City Ground.

According to Spanish outlet COPE (via Sport Witness ), the approach from Steve Cooper's team has not been a subtle declaration of interest over a phone call. They say it has been more of a "hand and fast offer" tactic from staff at the City Ground.

COPE explain that Valencia "urgently need to sell" this summer but have not received any offers for the players they have made available for transfer; Vazquez, however, is drawing transfer interest from Forest and Dutch side Feyenoord despite him making only 15 La Liga appearances, including eight starts.

Nottingham Forest fans have been enjoying the sight of further issues at Pride Park, following a shock announcement from Derby County manager Wayne Rooney.

The Rams have been suffering financially having been placed in administration in September 2021, although they have overcome a huge hurdle after local businessman David Clowes acquired Pride Park from former chairman Mel Morris as part of a takeover bid.

Now, however, they must begin searching for a new manager after Rooney informed the administrators of his intention to leave Pride Park immediately.

One fan said: "Big respect to WR for sticking it out and giving you guys somethings to feel actually pretty darn OK about last year."

Others were less kind with their words, though. One joked: "So what happens