Tottenham Hotspur have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White.
The Nottingham Forest attacking midfielder has been linked with a move to Tottenham in recent months. However, a report from Football Insider claims that the Premier League side are now looking to tie him down to a new deal.
The development will come as a major blow for Spurs who are keen on securing his signature.
It will be interesting to see if the 24-year-old is willing to commit his long-term future to Nottingham Forest. Gibbs-White has proven his quality in the Premier League and he could prove to be a quality addition for Spurs.
He is capable of operating as an attacking midfielder as well as a winger. He will add goals and creativity to the side. He can slot into multiple roles as well. Gibbs-White has 12 goals and 18 assists in 84 appearances for the Premier League side.
The 24-year-old will want to compete at the highest level and push for trophies. A move to Spurs would be ideal for him and they could provide him with the platform to push for trophies.
It remains to be seen how the situation develops.
It is no surprise that Nottingham Forest want to keep the player at the club. He is one of their best players and he could help keep them in the Premier League. They will look to do everything in their power to convince the player to sign a new deal.
