The struggle for survival of Nottingham Forest is getting closer to the wire as they get ready to play Manchester City this weekend, who are a title contender.
Come Sunday, the Reds will have their full attention on the football field after a week in which off-field issues have taken center stage in the media. They are aware that their exams at the City Ground will be the hardest yet.
Head coach Nuno Espirito Santo must make some difficult choices about his starting lineup for Forest’s second-to-last home game of the year. In light of that, let’s take a look at the Reds’ current injury status.
Willy Boly Injury: Unknown
What is known: Last month, while on international duty, the center-back sustained a new injury. He had just recently returned after a period of time off.After leaving the friendly match between Ivory Coast and Benin after 36 minutes due to a limp, he has not been seen for the Reds since.
What has been stated: Nuno recently stated, “Unfortunately, he is still receiving treatment.” “We do not know exactly when he is going to return.” The Reds head coach stated that Boly was still out of the game prior to last Sunday’s matchup with Everton.
Taiwo Awoniyi Injury: Thigh.
What is known is that Awoniyi underwent groin surgery to attempt to address a chronic issue, which has caused him to miss a significant portion of the season. Although he struggled to regain full sharpness, Nuno had discussed managing him cautiously when he made his comeback in January.
Prior to the tie with Luton Town, he had an injury that would have kept him out for several weeks. According to the initial diagnosis, it was difficult to determine the precise duration of his absence; nonetheless, it was thought that he could miss two to five weeks.
Forest anticipated that the scan he recently had might shed light on when the striker could make a comeback. Nuno is certain that he will still be involved in the final stretch.
What has been stated: Nuno stated last Friday that Taiwo hasn’t joined the group yet. He hasn’t fully assimilated into the gang yet.
Earlier, the Reds manager had stated: “Unfortunately, it is a serious injury.” We have suffered a great loss because he had recently recovered from his injury. The significance of Taiwo is enormous. He offers us an alternative. Although I’m not sure how long he will be gone, I’m convinced we will see him again this season.”