Despite interest from three clubs, Reading are insisting that midfielder Josh Laurent is not for sale.

The Reading Chronicle understands that Nottingham Forest are currently the only side to have made a bid for the 26-year-old. 

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It is understood that Forest were rebuffed after making an opening offer and were told that Laurent is not available.

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At this point, the Reds have not returned with a second offer.

It is thought that interest remains in Laurent from the other two unnamed clubs who may look to match any accepted offers from Forest.