Nottingham Forest splash £37.5m on Omari Hutchinson as Nuno Espirito Santo's side spend big after confirming Europa League place at expense of Crystal Palace

Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Omari Hutchinson from Ipswich Town for a reported fee of £37.5 million ($51m). Hutchinson joined Ipswich from Chelsea on loan during the 2023-24 campaign and helped the club gain promotion to the Premier League, after which he made his transfer permanent last summer. However, following the club's relegation, the attacking midfielder has joined Forest.

Forest sign Hutchinson from Ipswich
Former Chelsea star joins Forest on a five-year deal
Forest spending heavily in the summer

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WHAT HAPPENED?
Forest have confirmed the arrival of Hutchinson from Ipswich Town on Saturday. The club had earlier seen a bid worth £35m ($47m) rejected by the Tractor Boys, however, they finally sold the player for £37.5m, according to Sky Sports. The official statement from Forest read: "Nottingham Forest is delighted to announce the signing of Omari Hutchinson, who has signed a five-year deal."

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WHAT HUTCHINSON SAID
After signing a five-year contract, Hutchinson told Forest's official website: "I’m really excited to be here and can’t wait to get started. I’ve played at the City Ground a few times and it’s always felt like a hostile atmosphere, so I’m looking forward to playing here with the fans behind us. I’m going to give it my all and I’m looking forward to the challenge as it’s a new chapter for me, but I feel ready."
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Nuno Espirito Santo's side are also on the verge of completing the signing of James McAtee after agreeing to pay £30m ($40m) to Manchester City. McAtee will undergo his medical in the coming days before formally completing his move. Forest are spending heavily this summer after getting the Europa League slot at the expense of Crystal Palace.