Nottingham Forest face renewed interest in Nico Domínguez – Past stance raises doubts

Nottingham Forest could soon face a fresh decision over Nicolás Domínguez, with interest from Argentina resurfacing ahead of the summer window.

The Premier League side are focused on finishing their campaign strongly, with survival nearly secured and a European semi-final still in play.

That context may delay any concrete talks, but interest from South America is clearly building again.

Playing time and role at Forest

Nicolás Domínguez has featured regularly this season, underlining his importance to Forest’s midfield structure. The 27-year-old has made 35 appearances across competitions, contributing one goal and two assists.

Those numbers only tell part of the story. Domínguez is valued for his versatility and work rate. At Forest, he has often been used to balance the midfield.

His ability to cover ground and support transitions has been a consistent feature of his game. That tactical flexibility may complicate any decision to let him leave.

Enquiries from Argentina

The midfielder has been a regular presence this season, and his situation is now drawing attention from River Plate.

According to local journalist Germán García Grova, the Buenos Aires club have made initial contact with the player’s camp. The move comes at the request of manager Eduardo Coudet, who is already shaping plans for the next phase of his squad.

Eduardo Coudet sees Domínguez as a solution to multiple midfield needs. The report explains that River want a player who can add experience and stability, while also offering quality on the ball.

Also, he can operate as a defensive midfielder or in a more advanced role, which aligns with the “box-to-box” profile the Argentine side is targeting. And of course, River’s hierarchy also view him as a player who could raise the overall level of the squad.

This is not the first time they have shown interest. Previous contact from the Argentine side was rejected by the player himself. At the time, he played down the chances of an immediate return to his home country despite clear emotional ties to Buenos Aires.

He said: “It’s difficult because my whole family is in Buenos Aires. But I’ll surely return to Vélez at some point; it’s my second home, the club that shaped me.”

What happens next

Nicolás Domínguez remains under contract and part of Nottingham Forest’s plans for now. Any move would likely depend on the club’s summer strategy and potential squad reshaping.

There is no mention yet of a fee in the current report. That makes it difficult to judge how realistic a deal would be. Forest are unlikely to entertain a low offer for a player who has contributed consistently.

As a result, this may start as exploratory interest rather than an immediate negotiation. Still, with River assessing their options and Coudet pushing internally, the situation is one to watch as the window approaches.