Premier League side Nottingham Forest have entered the race to sign Fiorentina right-back Dodo, according to Football Italia. The Brazilian defender is expected to leave the Serie A club this summer, with Napoli already showing interest.
Forest Join Transfer Battle
The report claims that Nottingham Forest have joined the pursuit, setting up a potential transfer tussle for the 25-year-old. Forest are looking to strengthen their defensive options ahead of the new Premier League season, and Dodo's marauding style fits the profile sought by manager Nuno Espírito Santo.
Dodo's Fiorentina Future
Dodo has been a consistent performer for Fiorentina since arriving from Shakhtar Donetsk, but the club are open to a sale with his contract running down. The player is believed to be keen on a new challenge, and both Forest and Napoli offer European competition next term.
Player: Dodo
Position: Right-back
Current club: Fiorentina
Linked clubs: Nottingham Forest, Napoli
Source: Football Italia
No official bids have yet been lodged, but the situation is expected to develop quickly. Fiorentina will demand a significant fee, and a bidding war could favour the Viola.