Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Brice Samba has rejected a new contract offer.

The Athletic says Forest cult hero Samba has stunned the club by telling them he wants to leave this summer as he feels undervalued and underappreciated.

The Congo-born goalkeeper was instrumental as Steve Cooper's side were promoted via the Championship play-offs, and dramatically saved three penalties in the semi-final shoot-out against Sheffield United.

The 28-year-old signed a four-year deal when he moved from French side Cannes in 2019, and is about to enter the last 12 months of his current contract.

Forest recently approached the stopper, whose two children were born in Nottingham, to offer him fresh terms.

But Samba, who made 45 appearances in all competitions last season, felt the offer was unacceptable and is said to be disappointed he was not offered a new deal sooner.