In a dramatic twist to the summer transfer saga, Morgan Gibbs-White has officially signed a contract extension with Nottingham Forest, committing his future to the club until June 2028. The deal ends speculation over his immediate future and comes in the wake of a failed transfer to Tottenham Hotspur that has reportedly sparked legal tensions between the two Premier League clubs.
The 24-year-old attacking midfielder, widely regarded as one of the brightest talents outside the Premier League’s traditional top six, was heavily linked with a switch to Tottenham. According to multiple sources, Gibbs-White had already agreed personal terms with Spurs, and a medical had even been scheduled in London earlier this month. However, the transfer collapsed in stunning fashion when Nottingham Forest raised concerns over the conduct of Tottenham during negotiations.
Forest officials reportedly accused Tottenham of engaging in premature and unauthorized discussions with the player, suggesting a possible breach of Premier League regulations. In response, the East Midlands club is believed to have submitted a formal complaint to the Premier League, triggering potential legal proceedings.
The situation has quickly escalated beyond a failed deal, with sources close to Forest alleging that Spurs tried to circumvent formal negotiation channels. While Tottenham have yet to publicly respond to the allegations, club insiders have suggested they were confident they had proceeded in line with the rules, pointing to the verbal agreement with the player and his representatives as justification for their actions.
Despite the controversy, Nottingham Forest have acted swiftly to reinforce their stance, not only by halting the transfer but also by securing Gibbs-White’s long-term future at the City Ground. The club released an official statement on Saturday confirming the contract renewal, praising the England international’s continued commitment to their project.
“We are delighted to announce that Morgan Gibbs-White has signed a new contract that will see him remain at Nottingham Forest until June 2028,” the statement read. “Morgan has been an integral part of our squad, and his leadership and quality both on and off the pitch are crucial to our future ambitions.”
Gibbs-White joined Forest from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2022 in a club-record deal and has since become one of the team’s standout performers. He played a pivotal role in keeping Forest in the Premier League over the last two seasons and has been lauded for his creativity, work rate, and maturity.
The new deal not only gives Forest greater control over Gibbs-White’s future but also sends a strong message to potential suitors. It reaffirms the club’s growing ambition under owner Evangelos Marinakis and manager Nuno EspĂrito Santo, who has made it clear he sees Gibbs-White as a cornerstone of his plans.
As for Tottenham, the collapse of the deal leaves them searching for alternatives in midfield, while the fallout from the failed move may continue to unfold in the legal corridors of the Premier League offices. For now, Gibbs-White remains a Forest player — and a vital one at that — as the club looks ahead to the 2025–26 season with renewed confidence.
