Ben Godfrey is set to leave Atalanta in January with Nottingham Forest and Wolves among four clubs keen to bring ex-Everton defender back to the Premier League

Atalanta are set to allow Ben Godfrey to leave the club for a return to the Premier League in January.

It is understood the Serie A side are open to loan offers for the centre back, who moved to Italy in the summer for around £11million.

Godfrey, 26, joined Atalanta from Everton but has found his first-team opportunities limited since his arrival, making four substitute appearances so far.

The defender, who has two England caps, could now make a return to these shores when the transfer window re-opens with at least four Premier League teams showing an interest in Godfrey.

Nottingham Forest and Wolves are understood to be among the clubs keen on the ex-Norwich star.

Godfrey has extensive Premier League experience from his time with Everton and Norwich which will be viewed as a key attraction for this side’s with an interest.

Godfrey has found his first team opportunities limited since his arrival, making four substitute appearances so far

Atalanta are currently two points clear at the top of the Serie A with manager Gian Piero Gasperini settled with a regular back-three.

They are also 13th in the Champions League table with two games left of the league phase. 

Gasperini’s side return to action on Wednesday when they host Serie B side Coppa Italia.