Nottingham Forest secured a dramatic win over Manchester United with three goals, followed by a thrilling victory against Aston Villa that added two more goals, propelling them to fourth in the Premier League standings.
Chris Wood has been at the heart of the praise, with Jermain Defoe applauding his contributions as he reached ten league goals this season. Additionally, Darren Fletcher commended Morgan Gibbs-White for his impactful performance against United, emphasizing the confidence currently flowing through the Forest squad.
With the January transfer window approaching, Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis appears to be eyeing fresh talent, particularly 19-year-old Romain Esse, who has been making waves in the Championship for Millwall.
According to The Telegraph, Forest have been closely monitoring Esse throughout his breakout campaign and view him as a long-term prospect. Despite Forest’s interest, Crystal Palace also seems to be a strong contender for the young winger, with their London location potentially giving them an edge.
Esse’s statistics underline his appeal. The winger has showcased his attacking prowess with 2.22 dribbles per match (50% success rate), 22 chances created, and three goals. Additionally, his defensive contributions are notable, averaging 8.66 defensive duels won and 5.19 successful recoveries per 90 minutes.
Esse’s combination of offensive flair and defensive determination could make him a valuable addition to Forest’s ambitions of competing in Europe under Nuno Espírito Santo’s management. However, with Palace also in pursuit, securing Esse may prove to be a challenge for the East Midlands club.
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