Nottingham Forest have accomplished the signing of Serbian defender Nikola Milenkovic from Fiorentina in a deal value a reported £12million.
Milenkovic, who featured in all three of Serbia’s fixtures at Euro 2024, has signed a five-year cope with Nuno Espirito Santo’s aspect forward of the brand new Premier League season.
The 26-year-old ends a seven-year stick with the Italian aspect having made 264 appearances in that point, scoring 17 objectives in all competitions.
Since his senior debut for Serbia in 2018, Milenkovic has represented his nation on 57 events, that includes in each the 2018 and 2022 World Cup.
Milenkovic will carry an aerial risk to the Metropolis Floor, having gained 112 of 141 contested duels within the air, but in addition has the power to play out from the again.
He ranked solely behind Lucas Martínez Quarta (1358) and Arthur (1350) for probably the most profitable passes for Fiorentina in Serie A final season (1338).
We’re delighted to announce the signing of Serbia worldwide Nikola Milenković
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Chief soccer officer Ross Wilson stated of Milenkovic: “He’s a key a part of our squad planning this summer season and I understand how enthusiastic he has been to hitch the membership.
“We’ve lengthy admired his performances with the Serbia nationwide group and in Serie A and European competitions for Fiorentina.
“We’re delighted he’ll carry his expertise and qualities to Nottingham Forest.”
Milenkovic turns into Forest’s fifth signing of the switch window following the arrivals of Carlos Miguel, Elliot Anderson, Eric da Silva Moreira and Marko Stamenic.
Forest began their pre-season preparations with a 3-0 win over Chesterfield final week and can play Championship aspect Sunderland in Spain this Saturday.
