Cardiff City Win Race For Premier League Defender
Cardiff City have won the race to sign Nottingham Forest defender Jonathan Panzo, with a deal set to be confirmed later today according to journalist Fraser Fletcher.
The 22-year-old had an impressive loan spell with Coventry last season but is now expected to move to South Wales, with Cardiff beating several clubs to his signature.
Who is Jonathan Panzo?
The centre-back was a product of the Chelsea youth system before having spells with AS Monaco and Dijon in France. He returned to England in 2022 signing for Nottingham Forest, before being loaned out to Coventry six months later.
He made 32 appearances for the Sky Blues, netting his only league goal against Swansea City during a 3-3 draw. He also featured heavily for England’s youth teams from U16s to U21s
Required improvement
Cardiff City sit 17th in the Championship table, taking four points from their opening four league games. Despite a strong point against Leeds United on the opening day, they suffered back-to-back losses, before beating Sheffield Wednesday last weekend.
The Blue Birds have had a busy summer, recruiting strongly in several different positions but more is required if they are going to build on their previous win.
What’s been said?
Journalist Fraser Fletcher confirmed the news on Twitter by posting…
‘Jonathan Panzo has agreed move to Cardiff City on loan for the season. Desicion made last night.
‘Nottingham Forest defender had interest from around Europe and the UK.’
Writer’s View
Jonathan Panzo impressed at Coventry last season and I’m not surprised to see him returning to the Championship this summer, although the fact Cardiff have won the race makes this a huge addition to them.
The defender had interest from Birmingham, West Bromwich Albion and Swansea City and I’m very excited to see how he gets on in South Wales.
