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Blow to Spurs as Morgan Gibbs-White signs new deal with Nottingham Forest

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July 27, 2025
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A Stunning U‑Turn: Gibbs‑White Commits to Forest Until 2028 🌟

Morgan Gibbs‑White, the dynamic attacking midfielder, has dramatically committed his long-term future to Nottingham Forest by signing a fresh, record-breaking three‑year contract through the summer of 2028. What seemed destined to be a £60 million switch to Tottenham Hotspur has now collapsed, delivering a major setback to Spurs’ rebuild under new manager Thomas Frank .

 

Forest’s announcement of the deal described it as an emphatic statement of intent from owner Evangelos Marinakis, who played a pivotal personal role in convincing the 25‑year‑old to stay—reportedly flying to the club’s pre‑season camp in Portugal to speak with him face‑to‑face .

 

 

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The Spurs Connection: A Blunt Transfer Blow

 

Earlier this summer, Spurs appeared close to triggering Gibbs‑White’s £60 million release clause, with media outlets reporting an imminent medical and move . However, Forest retaliated by lodging a legal challenge with the Premier League, accusing Tottenham of making an illegal approach—arguing they had accessed confidential contract details and contacted the player without permission .

 

That legal intervention effectively halted negotiations, and while Spurs initially maintained hope of completing the signing, the new contract sealed the deal to Forest’s benefit .

 

 

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What Gibbs‑White Brings to Forest: Explosive Returns

 

Since arriving from Wolves in 2022, Gibbs‑White has rapidly evolved into one of the Premier League’s most creative midfielders. Last season, he recorded 7 goals and 8 assists in 34 league appearances, helping Nottingham Forest secure a 7th‑place finish and qualification for European competition for the first time in decades .

 

His performances have earned him recognition beyond club level. Gibbs‑White debuted for the England senior team in late 2024, reflecting his rapid rise from youth international to full England international .

 

Upon signing, he remarked: “I’ve felt at home at Forest from the moment I arrived…” praising the fans, teammates, and vision under Marinakis—which convinced him to abandon any move to Spurs and stay to build something special at the City Ground .

 

 

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Marinakis’ Intervention: Personal and Powerful

 

Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis took the unusual step of flying to the club’s Portugal training camp to personally meet Gibbs‑White, delivering a speech about the midfielder’s central role in the club’s future ambitions. That intervention proved pivotal and showcased not just determination but a clear vision to build around him .

 

After the contract was announced, Marinakis commented: “Morgan is a special player… a winner, talented, ambitious, fearless and proud.” He explicitly framed the new deal as another major step in Nottingham Forest’s ambition to grow stronger season after season .

 

 

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Fallout for Tottenham: A Strategy Stalled

 

This failure represents a major setback for Spurs, who had hoped to reshape their midfield with Gibbs‑White alongside other targets like Mohammed Kudus. Their inability to secure the move—despite reportedly triggering his release clause—has cast doubts on their recruitment execution under Daniel Levy and manager Frank .

 

Spurs are reportedly still exploring alternatives, including Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott, but for now, the Gibbs‑White episode underscores a rare high‑profile failure in the transfer market for the North London club .

 

 

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Bigger Picture: Forest’s Upward Trajectory

 

Nottingham Forest’s recent form has been impressive. Their 7th‑place finish in 2024‑25 was the best in years and earned European qualification—a remarkable return after years of struggle . Keeping a homegrown star like Gibbs‑White, especially without a release clause in the new contract, sends a strong message of continuity and ambition .

 

The club has also made smart additions in the transfer window, signing players like Igor Jesus and Jair Cunha without overextending themselves financially—suggesting a prudent strategy built around Gibbs‑White’s creative prowess .

 

 

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On and Off the Pitch: What Comes Next

 

For Nottingham Forest:

 

Gibbs‑White will be the creative engine of their team in domestic and European campaigns.

 

His presence provides stability and leadership during their return to European competition after nearly 30 years.

 

The deal may dissuade other clubs from attempting moves for Forest assets, especially given the legal precedent around the Spurs saga.

 

 

For Tottenham:

 

Magic of their £60 m release clause activation has been neutralized.

 

Spurs must now pivot fast or risk a lack of creativity in Frank’s midfield.

 

Tensions may linger, both with Forest and within the wider Premier League community, over the legal dispute and alleged tapping‑up allegations.

 

 

 

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Final Thoughts

 

Morgan Gibbs‑White’s decision to stay at Nottingham Forest marks a major transfer market narrative shift. What appeared destined to become Tottenham’s marquee signing of the summer has instead become a headline about Forest’s upward ambition and strategic resolve. Not only has the club retained one of its best performers, but it has also exhibited owner-led leadership, legal acumen, and a renewed sense of direction.

 

For Spurs, it’s a costly miss— emotionally, financially, and tactically. For Forest, it’s validation of a project taking shape. Only time will tell whether both sides emerge stronger—but for no

w, it’s unmistakably a blow to Spurs and a massive boost for the Reds.

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