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Forest face Prem competition for Fluminense defender Nino

Premier League interest is growing in Fluminense defender Nino.

Nino is a top January target for Nottingham Forest, but they will face competition ahead of the winter transfer window.

Trivela says Forest intend to trigger Nino's €7m buyout clause in the New Year. But a knee injury suffered last month has left Forest "worried".

But Forest have reached personal terms with the player.

Two other Prem teams are keen, though haven't been named.

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