Nottingham Forest Talks are now underway about selling a 'fantastic' player worth £20m to… Premier League This month's opponent, according to Sky Sports correspondent Florian Plettenberg.
Forest are set for a busy January transfer window
The Tricky Trees are on the hunt for a new striker this month, although any new arrival would likely play second fiddle to Chris Wood, given the New Zealand international's impressive form in front of goal this season. Wood now has 13 league goals to his name this season, and is playing a pivotal role in his side's unlikely push for Champions League places.
– Feyenoord striker Santiago Jimenez He is one of the players Forest are interested in, with rumors of a potential £35m move gaining momentum over the past few weeks.
Spatik Moscow Manfred Ugalde He's another attacker that Nuno SantoThe team is well aware of this, having impressed with their record in front of goal in the Russian Premier League this season.
With rumors circulating about a new striker arriving at The City Ground, there has been some talk about him Taiwo Awonyi leaves this monthbut Lyall Thomas and Rob Dorsett of Sky Sports have since stated that the deal will not happen if a replacement cannot be found.
However, the latest update from Florian Plettenberg seems to indicate that Onyi could be on his way out soon, as West Ham United are now making a serious attempt to sign the striker.
Talks are now underway to discuss the complexities of the deal, with Forest trying to hold out for a fee 20 million pounds sterlingalthough this number must drop until the Hammers agree to terms.
Given that Tricky Trees are unwilling to agree to the move unless an alternative is found, their willingness to go ahead with a sale of the Nigerian could indicate they are confident they have identified a suitable target.
Tough decision for Forest
It would be a shame to let the 27-year-old leave, as he has played a key role in re-establishing Nottingham Forest as a Premier League club since arriving ahead of the 2022-23 season.
The former Union Berlin player scored 10 goals on his Premier League debut, and although his second season was plagued by injury problems, he still managed to score nine goals in 20 appearances.
Given Wood's form this season, it was always going to be a very tough ask for the Nigeria international to force his way into the competition, so he may feel a move is needed for the good of his career.
If Forest identify a suitable replacement, and they are able to sell the striker for around £20m, it could be a good deal for all parties, including West Ham, who find themselves limited in attacking options with Niklas Fulkrug and Michail Antonio currently sidelined. .
It was these people “amazing“Sometimes for Forest, so it will be sad for him to move this winter, but it could be the right decision.