Harrison Armstrong

Forrest wanted him in January to replace the lad they sold to city. Imagine actually succession planning, madness "With an acceptance that Elliot Anderson would leave this summer, Nottingham Forest were making succession plans and held talks with Everton in January over Harrison Armstrong. They were rebuffed then, and again in June when talks were revived. "After Forest were informed that Everton needed to make a big sale to ease financial concerns, an opening offer was submitted late in August. That was turned down, but an improved proposal of £35m was then accepted. "Forest received written confirmation in an email from Everton that permission had been granted for Armstrong to travel for a medical and discuss personal terms. A deal looked very much on, with a car ready to transport Armstrong to Forest’s training ground after Everton’s game at Bournemouth. "David Moyes, Everton’s manager, asked Armstrong to play, as the 19-year-old had been involved in “shape” training the previous day. "Everton fans then altered the situation dramatically. Already frustrated with the running of their club under The Friedkin Group (TFG), the travelling supporters at the Vitality Stadium warned of “a riot” if Armstrong was sold. TFG panicked, calling off the deal later that night. "Forest were stunned and bewildered by TFG’s chaotic approach. One can only wonder how Armstrong will have felt." ✍️ 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐲, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡