Nottingham Forest stadium plans underway as major changes begin at the City Ground

Construction has commenced at the City Ground to expand Nottingham Forest’s capacity ahead of the upcoming season.

The conclusion of a challenging 2023/24 season for Forest marks the beginning of a new chapter as the summer transfer window opens. With the pressure of complying with Financial Fair Play regulations, which necessitate player sales before June 30, there’s significant work ahead for the club.

Despite setbacks such as a four-point deduction, owner Evangelos Marinakis remains ambitious, drawing inspiration from Olympiacos’ recent European success. The presence of players like Morgan Gibbs-White and Murillo suggests Forest has untapped potential awaiting realization.

Plans are underway to enhance the City Ground for the upcoming campaign, with initial efforts focused on increasing seating capacity beyond 30,000. This includes relocating the big screen to accommodate additional seats between the Trent End and Brian Clough Stand, inspired by stadium innovations from the Qatar World Cup.

Nottingham Forest's Big screen between the Trent End and Brian Clough stand is starting to be dismantled to make way for the new hospitality containers to make extra for capacity 360 people. #NFFC 🔴🌳 pic.twitter.com/CHriRvPmja

— Matthew (@prowlerthedevil) June 13, 2024

Recent images from social media depict ongoing renovations at the City Ground, including the dismantling of the big screen as part of broader upgrades. Forest plans to introduce innovative hospitality suites using shipping containers, inspired by Stadium 974, further elevating fan experience for the 2024/25 season.

Amidst stadium improvements, Forest faces the dual challenge of squad enhancement. Despite securing Premier League survival on the season’s final day, the team remains vulnerable, necessitating strategic player acquisitions. Players like Che Adams have emerged as potential targets for a free transfer, while high-profile signings such as Maximilian Beier, valued at £27 million, are also under consideration to bolster the squad’s quality and competitiveness.