Nottingham Forest are increasingly worried that one of their standout performers could be sidelined for the remainder of the season due to injury, according to fresh reports. As the campaign progresses and the pressure mounts near the bottom of the table, the potential loss of a crucial figure has become a growing concern for the club’s coaching staff and supporters alike.
Under the guidance of Sean Dyche, Forest have been working actively behind the scenes during the current period to strengthen their squad and improve their chances of avoiding relegation. Club owner Evangelos Marinakis has backed these efforts, most notably through the arrival of Napoli forward Lorenzo Lucca, who has joined on loan with an option for a permanent move. The striker’s signing is viewed as a significant boost for a squad that has been struggling for depth in attacking areas.
Lucca arrives in England following limited opportunities in Italy, despite a productive spell at Udinese prior to his move to Napoli. While his time at his parent club saw him feature sparingly, the 25-year-old now has the chance to prove himself in the Premier League. Forest are hoping he can quickly adapt and shoulder the responsibility of leading the line during a critical stage of the season.
The urgency surrounding Lucca’s arrival has been heightened by troubling news regarding Chris Wood. Reports indicate that Forest fear the experienced striker could miss the rest of the 2025/26 season after undergoing knee surgery around the Christmas period. Wood has been unavailable since mid-October and has yet to return to action, leaving a major gap in Forest’s attack.
For Wood, the setback is particularly cruel. After enjoying one of the most productive seasons of his career last year, his prolonged absence represents a significant blow both personally and for the team. With his contract set to expire next year and his career entering its later stages, Forest now face the challenge of moving forward without a player who was central to their success not long ago.
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