Nottingham Forest are moving aggressively to secure their midfield spine before the summer transfer window erupts.
The club has officially opened contract extension talks with 28-year-old midfielder Ibrahim Sangaré.
The Ivorian anchor has become a primary target for Manchester United and Turkish giants Besiktas following his exceptional tactical discipline during the final months of the season.
Forest executives want a deal locked down quickly to protect Sangaré’s market value and ensure Vítor Pereira keeps a vital component of his engine room for next year.
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