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Forest Eye Versatile Defender Coulibaly
17 Aug
Summary
- Nottingham Forest monitors Werder Bremen's Karim Coulibaly.
- The 19-year-old defender is versatile, playing centre-back, midfield, and left-back.
- Several top European clubs are also interested in the young player.
Nottingham Forest is actively tracking Karim Coulibaly, a promising 19-year-old centre-back from Werder Bremen. Coulibaly made a significant impact during his debut campaign, featuring in 27 matches and demonstrating his value to the team.
His defensive capabilities are complemented by the ability to play in defensive midfield and at left-back. This versatility has piqued the interest of major clubs across Europe, including Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund, and Paris Saint-Germain.
While Newcastle United previously showed strong interest, it has since diminished. Nottingham Forest has now joined the race, alongside other clubs, to potentially sign the Germany U21 international. Forest has already reinforced their defense but seeks additional options.
Coulibaly has three years remaining on his contract, suggesting Werder Bremen will demand a substantial fee. Forest's pursuit of Coulibaly comes as their interest in Feyenoord's Givairo Read appears to be fading.
