Key Points

Nottingham Forest have signed Swiss striker Dan Ndoye from Bologna on a five-year deal. Ndoye was instrumental in Bologna’s Coppa Italia triumph last season, scoring the decisive goal in the final. He also shone at Euro 2024, starting every game for Switzerland. Forest’s Chief Football Officer Ross Wilson praised Ndoye as an ambitious addition to their squad.

Key Points: Nottingham Forest Sign Dan Ndoye from Bologna on Five-Year Deal

  • Ndoye scored the Coppa Italia final winner for Bologna
  • He registered six assists in Serie A last season
  • Played every Euro 2024 game for Switzerland
  • Nottingham Forest secured him on a long-term deal
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Nottingham Forest sign Dan Ndoye from Bologna on five-year deal

Swiss striker Dan Ndoye joins Nottingham Forest after a standout season with Bologna, including a Coppa Italia-winning goal and strong Euro 2024 performance.

"I knew straight away that I wanted to be a part of the project. – Dan Ndoye"

Nottingham, July 31

Nottingham Forest have roped in Dan Ndoye from the Italian side, Bologna, on a five-year contract. The Swiss striker enjoyed a stellar campaign last season and was a vital cog in their memorable journey to the Coppa Italia title.

Ndoye has arrived at City Ground after making 75 appearances for Bologna after joining them in 2023. He thrived during the 2024/25 season and capped it off by netting the winning goal in the Coppa Italia final, steering his side to their first major trophy in over 50 years.

He represented Bologna in their eight Champions League fixtures and ended the last campaign with 41 appearances across the season, striking nine times. Apart from showcasing his prolific goal-scoring abilities, Ndoye's playmaking abilities caught the spectators' attention. He registered six assists and impressed with his ball carrying stats, bettered by only five in Serie A players in the last campaign.

Ndoye's journey began after he joined the Lausanne-Sport academy at an early age, working his way up through the academy before making his professional debut as an 18-year-old. He spent his time in France with Nice before making a permanent move to his home side, Basel, in February 2022.

"I am really happy to have signed for the Club. It is a really exciting time at Forest, and I knew straight away that I wanted to be a part of the project. It's a really ambitious team with a fantastic history, and I can't wait to get started," Ndoye said in a statement released by Nottingham.

He dazzled at Basel, catching the attention of Bologna, and spent the last two seasons with them. He made his international debut in 2022. Ndoye earned 22 caps for Switzerland, with five of those coming at Euro 2024, where he started every game in Switzerland's route to the quarter-final, slotting a crucial group stage goal against Germany.

"Dan is an exciting new addition to our squad and a player we have tracked extensively over a long period of time. We are delighted that he joins Nottingham Forest and continues his own ambitious journey here with us," Chief Football Officer Ross Wilson added.

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Priya S
Not sure about this signing... Forest already have so many attackers. Would have preferred if they strengthened their defense first. Indian fans know how important a solid defense is after watching our national team struggle for years!
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Rohit P
Saw him play in Euro 2024 - this guy has serious pace and work rate! Reminds me of young Chhetri in his prime. Hope he gets enough playing time to prove himself in the Premier League. Forest fans are lucky to have him!
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Sarah B
As someone who follows Serie A closely, this is a fantastic deal for Forest. Ndoye was one of Bologna's best players last season. His versatility to play across the front three will be valuable. Hope he can handle the physicality of EPL though!
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Vikram M
Another foreign signing while English clubs ignore Indian talent... When will our players get such opportunities? ISL is improving but we need more scouts looking at Indian players. Ndoye is good but the system needs to change!
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Kavya N
Exciting times for Forest fans! His performance against Germany in Euros was class. Hope he brings that big-game mentality to Nottingham. Maybe one day we'll see an Indian player making such moves abroad 🤞 #FootballDreams

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