Manchester City Reject £25M Offer from Nottingham Forest for James McAtee

Manchester City have turned down a £25 million bid from Nottingham Forest for attacking midfielder James McAtee, according to Sky Sports News’ Pete Graves.

McAtee, 21, is entering the final year of his contract and has attracted interest from both the Premier League and Bundesliga. Representatives for the player have held talks with Eintracht Frankfurt, while Borussia Dortmund and Crystal Palace are also among the clubs interested in his services.

Despite the competition for places in City’s attacking midfield – particularly following the £34 million signing of Rayan Cherki from Lyon – the club maintain a high valuation for McAtee, understood to be in excess of £25 million.

The rejection of Forest’s offer suggests City are either keen to retain the player, or are holding out for a significantly higher transfer fee, particularly given the player’s age, homegrown status, and development within the club’s academy system.

FAQ

• What was the bid made by Nottingham Forest?
  Around £25 million, which Manchester City have rejected.
• Which other clubs are interested in McAtee?
  Crystal Palace (Premier League), Eintracht Frankfurt, and Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga).
• Is McAtee likely to leave this summer?
  There is a strong possibility, especially given the competition for places and his contract situation.

Conclusion

Manchester City have taken a strong stance on James McAtee’s valuation, rejecting an initial offer from Nottingham Forest. With interest from multiple clubs and just one year remaining on his deal, the coming weeks could be decisive for his future at the Etihad Stadium.