Nottingham Forest faces scheduling changes as their match against Arsenal is moved to avoid back-to-back critical games at the City Ground

Nottingham Forest’s fixture against Arsenal, originally planned for next month, is likely to be postponed by a day to prevent an intense 48-hour stretch of critical games for Nuno Espirito Santo’s squad.

Under the current schedule, Forest—sitting third in the league, just two points behind Arsenal—are set to face Newcastle away on February 23, followed by a home clash against Arsenal two days later.

With Newcastle only three points behind Forest and on a strong run of form, the two matches could prove pivotal in shaping Forest’s season.

A compressed timeline between these crucial encounters raises concerns about the team’s ability to perform at their peak.

Facing two high-quality opponents back-to-back might demand more from Forest’s squad than they can comfortably deliver.

Transfer Window Buzz: Forest Eyeing Yoane Wissa

As the January transfer window nears its end, Nottingham Forest have shown keen interest in Brentford forward Yoane Wissa.

With 11 goals and two assists this season, Wissa has been one of the standout attackers in the Premier League, attracting attention from several top-tier clubs.

Although Brentford manager Thomas Frank has firmly ruled out selling Bryan Mbeumo, Wissa’s strike partner, the club might entertain offers for Wissa.

However, Forest’s pursuit hinges on offloading Nigerian forward Taiwo Awoniyi, who currently serves as a backup to their leading scorer, Chris Wood.

West Ham has reportedly expressed interest in Awoniyi, potentially opening the door for Wissa’s arrival.

Contract Negotiations: Securing Key Players

Off the pitch, Forest are focused on retaining their star talent.

The club is in talks to extend contracts for Chris Wood and Ola Aina, whose current deals expire at the end of the season.

Additionally, Forest are eager to secure a new long-term agreement with Morgan Gibbs-White, the creative force driving their attack.

With high-stakes games on the horizon and potential transfers in the works, Forest are navigating a critical phase of their campaign.

How the team handles these challenges could define the trajectory of their season.

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