Another Super Eagles star could join Nottingham Forest but Leeds United are also interested

The Tricky Trees are not done with the Nigerian market, although there could be some competition from Jesse Marsch’s men.

Forest paid a club-record fee of €20.50m to sign Awoniyi from Union Berlin, but it appears they are ready to bring in another Super Eagles star to join their Nigerian import.

Aina to join Awoniyi?

The newly-promoted side are preparing for life in the English topflight and have identified Aina as a potential transfer target as they hope to stay beyond next season.

Aina has Premier League experience, having played at Fulham on loan from Torino in the 2020/2021 season.

And with the Nigerian international’s future in Turin uncertain, a return to the Premier League with Forest could be on the cards.

Leeds are also in contention

However, the Tricky Trees are not the only club interested in signing the former Chelsea player. Forest also face competition from Leeds United, who are also interested in signing a full-back.

Leeds, who only managed to beat the drop last season, want Aina as they plan to build on the squad that finished 17th in the Premier League last season.