Nottingham Forest has a buy option on Renan Lodi, yet reports indicate the club is unlikely to exercise it. The Brazilian winger’s move looked like a strategic step to secure minutes ahead of the World Cup, but the spell did not unfold as hoped. Lodi left Atlético de Madrid on loan to the Premier League club, with Forest holding a purchase option of 30 million euros until June. However, recent English press coverage suggests that option will not be taken up, meaning Lodi would return to Atlético de Madrid by June 30, 2026, where he remains under contract for three more seasons.
Atlético de Madrid has been clear that barring an unexpected decision from the club or coach, the Brazilian left-back should be among the players considered for a summer sale. The plan is for Lodi to report back to Diego Pablo Simeone, participate in the pre-season, and then explore opportunities to transfer, should a suitable offer arrive. Lodi has attracted attention from several top leagues, including the Premier League, the Bundesliga, and Serie A, with numerous teams expressing interest in his services. Atlético initially paid 21 million for his transfer from Athletico Paranaense and hopes to recoup close to 18 million euros, a sum that would mark a strong return on investment and enable the club to reinvest in its squad.
If the transfer materializes this summer, Atlético must reinforce the left side of the pitch. Reinildo is still recovering from a serious cruciate ligament injury and is expected to be sidelined into the autumn. Sergio Reguilón’s loan spell is set to end on June 30, with a return to Tottenham Hotspur after limited appearances for Atlético. Yannick Carrasco, who has been deployed as a winger in a back five this season, has a purchase option with FC Barcelona worth 20 million euros. Barcelona’s financial issues and concerns about fair play could complicate that purchase, but the Belgian winger remains highly regarded in European football, keeping the door open for a potential transfer. The club views Carrasco as a viable option for a summer shift, provided negotiations align with their broader budget and strategic goals.
In summary, Atlético de Madrid is expected to bolster the left flank this summer with an eye on moving Renan Lodi, while also attempting to part with Reguilón in June and potentially pursue a deal for Carrasco regardless of Reinildo’s recovery status. These maneuvers reflect Atlético’s broader plan to reshape the squad around its aging star players and to balance immediate needs with long term financial strategy.