Nottingham Forest has made a significant addition to their squad by signing French striker Arnaud Kalimuendo from Stade Rennais on a five-year deal. The transfer, worth approximately £26 million, brings a 23-year-old forward with impressive skills and experience to the Premier League club. Kalimuendo joins fellow new signings James McAtee and Omari Hutchinson, strengthening Forest’s attacking lineup.
Kalimuendo has had a notable career, starting with Paris Saint-Germain’s academy and later playing for Lens on loan, where he scored 21 goals in 65 appearances. He joined Rennes in 2022 and has since scored 40 goals in 112 appearances across all competitions. Last season, he was instrumental in Rennes’ success, scoring 18 goals and registering four assists in 34 matches. His versatility allows him to operate primarily as a centre-forward or stretch defenders by playing out wide.
The French forward expressed his excitement about joining Nottingham Forest, praising the club’s history and strong season last year. He’s looking forward to playing in the Premier League and experiencing the electric atmosphere at the City Ground. With Forest participating in the Europa League this season, Kalimuendo’s signing is a strategic move to bolster their squad for both domestic and European competitions.
