Newcastle United is positioning itself as the frontrunner to sign Dodo, the talented Brazilian full-back from Fiorentina, amid interest from Nottingham Forest. This development comes as Newcastle aims to replenish its squad after selling key players during the summer transfer window.

Dodo, known for his pace and skill, has been described as inconsistent but is now available at an enticing price of €16 million. The urgency for a deal stems from his contract situation; with only one year remaining on his deal, Fiorentina is keen to secure a transfer before the window closes.

Reports indicate that Fiorentina is actively offering Dodo to clubs across Europe, but so far, Serie A teams have shown little interest. If Newcastle does not act quickly, other clubs may seize the opportunity, especially if the price drops further due to ongoing negotiations.

In related news, potential player movements include a swap deal involving Trevoh Chalobah and Maxence Lacroix, while West Ham faces pressure to sell players following their relegation from the Premier League.