Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo is reportedly growing increasingly concerned about the club's lack of activity in the transfer market, raising questions about their Premier League ambitions this season.
Frustration Builds at the City Ground
The former Wolves and Tottenham boss, who took over in December, is said to be frustrated by the slow progress in strengthening his squad during the January window. With Forest hovering just above the relegation zone, reinforcements appear crucial for their survival bid.
Key Areas Needing Reinforcement
- Defensive cover: Injuries have exposed a lack of depth at the back
- Creative midfield: Forest have struggled to create chances consistently
- Striker options: More firepower needed to secure crucial wins
Sources close to the club suggest Nuno has identified several targets but faces competition from rival Premier League sides with greater financial flexibility.
Fan Concerns Mount
The City Ground faithful are growing restless, with many questioning whether owner Evangelos Marinakis will provide the necessary funds to back their manager's vision. Forest's recent 2-0 defeat to Arsenal highlighted the gulf in quality between them and the league's top sides.
"We need at least three quality signings if we're to stay up," one long-time season ticket holder told reporters outside the ground. "Nuno's working miracles with what he's got, but he needs proper support."
What Next for Forest?
With just days remaining in the transfer window, the pressure is on Forest's recruitment team to deliver. Failure to strengthen could leave Nuno facing an uphill battle to keep the Reds in the top flight, potentially putting his own position at risk despite his relatively recent appointment.
The coming days could prove pivotal in determining whether Nottingham Forest can secure their Premier League status for another season.
