Nottingham Forest have bolstered their goalkeeping division with the signing of Scotland worldwide Angus Gunn on a free switch. The 29-year-old joins the membership following the expiration of his contract with Norwich Metropolis on the finish of the 2024/25 season.
Gunn, who started his skilled profession at Norwich earlier than spending time at Manchester Metropolis and Southampton, returns to the Premier League setup with Forest after 4 seasons at Carrow Street. Throughout his second stint with the Canaries, he made 114 appearances throughout all competitions.
Based on reviews from a number of retailers, together with switch specialist Fabrizio Romano, Gunn has agreed phrases with Forest and can hyperlink up with Nuno Espírito Santo’s squad forward of the 2025/26 marketing campaign.
He revealed this through his official X account the place he tweeted:
“Nottingham Forest agree deal to signal 29 yr previous goalkeeper Angus Gunn. Former Norwich GK joins #NFFC with rapid impact.”
Softfootball understands that the transfer comes as Forest look to strengthen their squad for home and European competitors. With former first-choice choices Matt Turner and Wayne Hennessey each departing the Metropolis Floor earlier in the summertime, Gunn is anticipated to supply skilled cowl for present No.1 Matz Sels. The Belgian keeper stored 15 clear sheets in 42 appearances final season and was instrumental in Forest’s push for Europe.
Gunn’s arrival follows a comparatively measured switch window for Forest. The membership have already added Brazilian pair Igor Jesus and Jair Cunha from Botafogo, and secured the providers of Dan Ndoye from Bologna in a £34.5 million deal, changing Anthony Elanga. Regardless of a number of outgoings together with Danilo, Lewis O’Brien, Andrew Omobamidele, Ramon Sosa, and Matt Turner Forest are reported to have turned a revenue on their switch enterprise.
With a Europa League marketing campaign on the horizon following their seventh-place Premier League end, Forest are quietly constructing a squad with depth and expertise. Gunn’s addition presents assurance between the posts because the membership embarks on a demanding new season.
