Eintracht Frankfurt are preparing a renewed push to sign Nottingham Forest forward Arnaud Kalimuendo ahead of the January transfer window. The 24-year-old French striker has emerged as the Hessen club’s primary target to bolster their attacking options under manager Adi Hütter. Kalimuendo previously enjoyed a productive loan spell at Deutsche Bank Park during the second half of last season, establishing himself as a key figure by scoring six goals in 19 Bundesliga appearances.
Although Frankfurt opted against activating a €27 million permanent purchase option following his initial loan due to budget constraints, the German side has reopened discussions amid Kalimuendo’s limited playing time in the Premier League. Club sources indicate that Frankfurt are open to structuring a fresh move, potentially via another loan with an option or obligation to buy. Nottingham Forest must now weigh the benefit of retaining depth against capitalizing on an opportunity to re-home a player with proven Bundesliga output.
The pursuit underscores a broader mid-season transfer landscape where clubs are seeking familiar, high-ceiling solutions to sharpen their attacks. As winter approaches, teams across Europe continue to evaluate tactical fits, with attention also turning to proven frontline talent such as Niclas Füllkrug—who remains a highly regarded option despite recent struggles for consistency—and emerging prospects like 20-year-old Spain under-21 international Rodrigo Mendoza.
