Nottingham Forest have performed superbly under new manager Nuno Espirito Santo, defeating Newcastle United and Manchester United in their first three games.
This turnaround has seen Tricky Trees sit 15th in the Premier League, five points above the drop zone.
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However, there is a chance they could sign a star player who Arsenal legend Thierry Henry once described as “the most complete striker in the league”.
Nottingham Forest latest developments – Roberto Firmino According to AS, Forest are interested in signing former Liverpool icon Roberto Firmino in January.
kenan-yildiz-roberto-firmino-liverpool-opinion The Brazilian has been unstable in Saudi Arabia and has fallen out of favor with Al Ahly coach Matthias Jaisul.
Firmino is therefore willing to accept a transfer from the club he only joined in the summer in order to get more playing time.
Comparison of Firmino and Chris Wood With Taiwo Awoniyi out until March due to injury, Chris Wood has become Forest’s first-choice striker.
The 32-year-old’s performances have been excellent since Nuno Santos took over as manager, scoring four goals and providing one assist in three games.
Despite this incredible form, the potential signing of Firmino could mean the former Burnley star’s playing time is reduced, with the Brazilian playing 362 games for Liverpool.
He is known for contributing to 190 goals.
But how do Wood’s Premier League statistics this season compare to Firmino’s last season?
Wood vs Firmino stats Stats (per 90) Wood Firmino Goals 0.
85 0.
82 Assists 4 444 0.
12 0.
30 In the last third Transition 0.
97 3.
49 Number of completed passes 13.
15 32.
94 Shot creation action 1.
95 3.
41 4 444 Number of balls recovered 2.
68 444 4 4 .
75 Tackles 0.
24 1.
26 Stats by FBref As you can see, they are completely different players and, as Henry pointed out, Firmino has proven to be a much more “complete” striker than Wood.
Forest’s striker is a traditional number 9 whose job is simply to score goals, be a threat in the box and be a force to be reckoned with.
Firmino, on the other hand, is a player who pleases those around him with his tireless technical ability, combination play, and creativity.
He will bring out the best in Morgan Gibbs-White and especially Anthony Elanga, not only through their ability on the ball, but also through their tremendous work rate and contagious positive attitude.
Moreover, he is a clinical player who can score goals and find success in all stages of the game.
max-beier-roberto-firmino-liverpool-opinion Firmino, with his Champions League and title-winning experience, coming into the squad in place of Wood is an undisputed upgrade, but the striker will feature alongside both.
Possibly, and thanks to Firmino’s versatility, others could too.
With Forrest opting for a 4-2-3-1 system, there could be space for the Brazilian to take on a number 10 role just behind Wood, creating a ‘big-small’ partnership.
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Overall, Firmino would be a great signing for Forest as they would be able to add an experienced, world-class star to a squad rich in young talent.
The former Liverpool player would also give Nuno Santo tactical flexibility and the ability to play multiple roles.
Tricky Trees must try to close the deal.
