Morgan Gibbs-White Snubs Tottenham To Sign New Contract With Nottingham Forest

‎Morgan Gibbs-White said he is “excited for what’s to come” after extending his contract at Nottingham Forest until 2028.

‎The 25-year-old was expected to complete a £60m move to Spurs earlier this month after the club reportedly activated his release clause.

‎Nottingham Forest responded strongly to the news, threatening legal action over an alleged illegal approach for the player.

‎The club also indicated they were preparing to lodge a complaint with the Premier League, claiming Spurs’ conduct had been inappropriate. Forest officials consulted lawyers, asserting that Spurs did not have permission to speak with Gibbs-White.

‎They also argued that there had been a breach of confidentiality regarding the release clause in the player’s contract.

‎Gibbs-White has been a key player for Forest and has scored 18 goals and made 28 assists in 118 games, helping the club finish seventh last season and qualify for the Europa League.

‎He told the club’s website, “I’ve felt at home at Forest since 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.”

‎Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis added, “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.”