Everything Nottingham Forest and Everton fans need to know about 'the next Julian Alvarez'

Everton and Nottingham Forest have gone head-to-head for transfers in the past, and it won't be the last time that this happens.

Morgan Gibbs-White, Brennan Johnson and Dean Henderson are all examples of players who were the subject of great interest from both Premier League clubs.

It would appear that Vitor Pereira and David Moyes are about to go into a game of wits this summer, with one very exciting name on each of their lists.

That name is Bologna's young and talented striker, Santiago Castro, who has notched back-to-back double-digit seasons with the Italian club.

He has often been linked with a move to the Premier League since his arrival in Serie A in January 2024, but it seems increasingly likely that he will actually make the switch this summer.

The Toffees face fierce competition from Forest, and likely other clubs, but RB Leipzig's interest in Thierno Barry may open the door for a big move to the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Why is Santiago Castro compared to one of Argentina's best strikers?

Due to his early days in Argentina with Velez Sarsfield, the media often referred to him as "the next Julian Alvarez," but his career has stalled a little since.

He certainly hasn't made his move to Manchester City or Atletico Madrid just yet, but at just 21 years of age, he is already making a decent career, and is looking to make the next step up.

Much like Alvarez, Castro is very high-pressing, but doesn't rely solely on physicality, while also being able to play as an out-and-out No.9 and a second striker.

The comparisons have followed him to Italy, and it is no wonder that his stats have dropped a little, because those are some huge expectations to match.

And despite his height, Castro isn't afraid to battle for aerial balls, competing aggressively off the ground, as well as proving himself as a good link-up player.

What could his arrival mean at Everton?

While neither Forest or Everton were at all prolific during the 2025-26 campaign, it seemed like the former were far more creative.

The Toffees' stats certainly dipped after Jack Grealish's injury, with Beto and Barry offering very little through the middle when depended on for goals.

Now, with Barry being eyed up by a Champions League club, RB Leipzig, the profit made on him could go straight towards signing Castro.

His early career should be more than enough evidence for either of the Premier League clubs to trigger a move, especially if the attacker can live up to expectations.