Nottingham Forest have just received major boost for Shea Charles deal after latest Southampton evidence

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(Credit: Imago) Tue 28 April 2026 22:00, UK Nottingham Forest have surely just seen the door open for them to sign Southampton midfielder Shea Charles this summer. Forest’s transfer plans are set to see them bolster their squad dramatically if they secure survival at the end of the campaign, and their hopes of landing Charles have just been given a major boost. 🔄 Nottingham Forest Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Nottingham Forest boardroom.

VISIT THE FOREST TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Shea Charles exit on the cards as Southampton miss out on promotionCharles has racked up 20 starts for Southampton in the Championship so far this season, after he impressed greatly during a loan spell with Sheffield Wednesday last term. The Saints’ best chance of getting over the line was through the automatic spots, and with that now off the table, Forest surely have renewed hope of a deal.Nottingham Forest may be set for Shea Charles bidding warFormer Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown recently told Football Insider that Forest could end up in a bidding war for Charles this summer, with Crystal Palace also now chasing a deal for him.

With that in mind, Forest will have to be willing to pay a reasonable fee for Charles this summer, as it seems unlikely that he will come cheaply given the level of interest that has built up. 🔄 Nottingham Forest Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Nottingham Forest boardroom. VISIT THE FOREST TRANSFER HUB