Arnaud Kalimuendo could leave Nottingham Forest in January

Nottingham Forest would not stand in the way of Arnaud Kalimuendo leaving the club during the January transfer window, according to Florian Plettenberg.

The 24-year-old France striker could seek a move if he wants to depart, although Forest’s preferred outcome would be a permanent transfer. The English club are understood to be asking for up to 30m euros for Kalimuendo.

A loan move has not been ruled out. Nottingham Forest still have one, and potentially two, places available for loan players, which could give Kalimuendo a temporary route elsewhere if no suitable permanent offer is made.

Eintracht Frankfurt are among the clubs monitoring the situation. The Bundesliga side are particularly interested in the French forward’s profile and are following developments closely.

However, a permanent deal costing about 30m euros is currently considered difficult for Eintracht Frankfurt to finance.

Kalimuendo’s uncertain position is linked to his limited involvement since joining Nottingham Forest. He has played only 50 minutes in the Premier League this season, a lack of regular football that could encourage him to look for a move in search of more opportunities.

The striker’s contract with Nottingham Forest runs until 30 June 2030. He is currently valued at 20m euros by Transfermarkt.

Kalimuendo earns an annual salary of 3,618,734 euros, equivalent to 2,352,177,100 FCFA, in England.

It remains to be seen whether Eintracht Frankfurt would pursue a loan agreement or whether another interested club could meet Nottingham Forest’s financial demands.

Nottingham Forest are next due to play Bournemouth in the 11th round of the English league season.