Morgan Gibbs-White Eyes Manchester City Move Amid Nottingham Forest's Struggles

Nottingham Forest’s star midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White has reportedly set his sights on a move to Manchester City, eager to play under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, according to Football Insider. The 25-year-old, who has been a cornerstone for Forest since his £25 million transfer from Wolves in 2022, is seen as a potential replacement for Kevin De Bruyne, whose departure from City was confirmed earlier this year. Gibbs-White’s interest comes at a turbulent time for Forest, who have slipped to seventh in the Premier League after a 2-2 draw against Leicester on May 11, 2025, denting their Champions League hopes.

Despite Forest’s struggles, Gibbs-White remains a key figure, having scored in his 100th appearance for the club during a 7-0 thrashing of Brighton on February 1, 2025. His dynamic play earned him Forest’s Player of the Season award in 2023, but the pressure of the top-flight race has taken its toll, as he admitted in a recent Daily Mail interview. With Manchester City facing a midfield overhaul—potentially losing Ilkay Gündogan and Bernardo Silva—Gibbs-White’s possible transfer could reshape both clubs’ futures as the summer window approaches. Fans await further developments with bated breath.