nottingham forest Now set to bring in a “phenomenal” star, they are the main contenders to sign him.

Forest keen to sign new striker

Forest were reduced to ten men in the first half, despite Neco Williams’ red card. Sean Dyche Admitting he was disappointed not to take all three points against Crystal Palace on Sunday, Ismaila Sarr canceled out Morgan Gibbs-White’s opener on the stroke of half-time.

Dash explain: “We were frustrated in a way. We were really good and valuable in the first half and we continued to have the ball in different ways. We countered well and created some really good moments and chances.”

Ultimately, Tricky Tree showed a lack of composure, with Jesus squandering a great opportunity and they struggled in front of goal for much of the game. Premier League He scored just 24 times this season, second in the top flight.

Dyche has therefore begun to strengthen his attacking options this month with the signing of Lorenzo Luka, while another striker is now also a target.

This is according to a Spanish report which states Nottingham Forest are now leading contenders to sign Barcelona striker Ansu FatiCurrently on loan at Monaco, the French side can make him permanent for a fee of 12 million euros (£10 million).

However, Forest are prepared to make a move if Monaco do not choose to sign Fati as they believe he could be a game-changing addition to Dyche’s squad, with Barcelona also willing to sell.

However, there is likely to be competition for the Spaniard’s signature, with Serie A side Como also named as potential suitors.

The 23-year-old has been plagued by injuries this season and has been sidelined for some time recently with a hamstring problem, but he has impressed whenever given the chance, scoring seven goals in 13 Ligue 1 games.

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The midfield maestro could help Forest get more out of Lorenzo Luka.

Praised as “extraordinary” by former manager Harvey, The 23-year-old is Monaco’s top scorer in Ligue 1 and has shown off his attacking talents in Spain in the past, making 123 appearances for Barcelona, ​​scoring 29 goals and 10 assists.

The ten-time Spanish international was less impressive at Brighton, scoring two goals in 19 Premier League games in 2023-24, but injuries did him no favors, missing 14 games that season with a calf problem.

Fati has a worrying injury record, but he has proven himself to be a top player this season, so if the Monaco star can stay fit, he could be an excellent signing for Nottingham Forest.