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1 Sep 2025 | 20.45
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The expected transfer of Javi Galán to Nottingham Forest fell through at the last moment of the transfer window in the Premier League, leaving the player and Atletico de Madrid in an unexpected situation.
According to Matteo Moretto and Fabrizio Romano, the deal was agreed upon for a figure close to 10-15 million euros, but the lack of time to process the documentation in the Premier League halted the transfer.
🚨⚠️ Javi Galán and Nottingham Forest, deal collapsing as not ready in time for the documents.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2025
The seemingly closed deal
The 30-year-old full-back had passed his medical in Madrid and had a contract ready for three seasons with an option for a fourth at Nottingham Forest. Everything was set, but the bureaucratic processes were not completed before the closure of the English market.
Consequently, Galán will remain linked to Atletico de Madrid, even though Diego Pablo Simeone does not include him in his sports plans. At the start of this season, the Argentine coach has chosen to spotlight the newly arrived Matteo Ruggeri and David Hancko, who have shared minutes on the left flank.
Javi Galán's transfer to Nottingham Forest falls through.
— Matteo Moretto (@MatteMoretto) September 1, 2025
The departure of Javi Galán was seen as a way to free up salary space and recoup investment in a squad that is aiming to compete for titles in LaLiga and the Champions League. The red and white club was hoping to finalize the agreement with Nottingham Forest as part of its restructuring strategy but is now forced to retain the player at least until the winter market.
According to sources close to the negotiation, Atletico was confident of sealing the deal even in the final hours of the deadline, but the outcome was a disappointment for both the board and the player.
Galán, caught between uncertainty and waiting
The situation leaves the full-back in a challenging scenario. With an existing contract and few chances of playing time, his role in the team remains uncertain. "My priority has always been to play and contribute, but decisions don't solely depend on me," he reportedly expressed in his close circle.
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest concludes the transfer window without the expected reinforcement on the left flank, a position that had become a priority for the team led by Nuno Espirito Santo.
This failed transfer reflects the complexity of international dealings and the tight timeframe in the closing of the Premier League market. Atletico de Madrid will have to wait until January to find a definitive solution for Javi Galán, while the player will continue training under Simeone's guidance, hoping for a new opportunity.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Atlético de Madrid: Se cayó el fichaje de Javi Galán al Nottingham Forest