Expert: Nottingham Forest could sign Williams upgrade after Marinakis twist
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(Credit: Imago) ‘I’ve seen…’: Nottingham Forest could sign Neco Williams upgrade after new twist Tue 3 March 2026 11:51, UK Nottingham Forest could be in the market for new full-backs this summer as they aim to upgrade on their current options including Neco Williams.The 24-year-old has been largely consistent at the City Ground this season, but was at fault as Forest lost 2-1 to Brighton last time out and remain at risk of relegation.His recent performances have raised concerns, while there is a growing feeling that his position could be improved in if they remain in the top flight.Former Man United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Forest’s disappointing league position has forced them to consider a number of upgrades.Williams signed a new contract last summer, and remains an important part of Vitor Pereira’s side, but could be upgraded as Nottingham Forest brace for a busy summer of transfers.Credit: Getty Images 🔄 Nottingham Forest Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Nottingham Forest boardroom. VISIT THE FOREST TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Nottingham Forest eye major summer upgradesNottingham Forest are currently 17th in the Premier League table, just two points outside the relegation zone and still very much at risk of going down.This has forced them to plan for all eventualities, but should they remain in the top flight, they are likely to enjoy another busy transfer window.“Nottingham Forest will be busy again,” Brown told Football Insider.“The owner there won’t be happy with what he’s seen, and we know from the past he’s happy to go and spend money to improve his team.“There are a few positions there where I think Forest might be looking to upgrade.“Take Neco Williams for example, when I’ve seen Forest this season, he’s been one of their most consistent players and it’s important to have those.“But against Brighton and over the last few games his levels have dropped, although he’s not the only one, and when that happens it’s always a concern.“If they go down it changes things of course and they’ll be planning for that, but if they don’t they’re going to be determined to avoid a similar situation.“It’s not only Williams who they’re going to be looking at, there are a few players and positions where they can upgrade, and I expect they’ll be looking at what they can do.”Nottingham Forest brace for major player salesWhile incoming deals and attempts to improve their squad are going to be Forest’s priority this summer, they remain at risk of losing some of their best players.Sources have told Football Insider that star names including Morgan Gibbs-White could leave Forest due to their poor league position, and especially if they are relegated from the Premier League.There is no shortage of interest in a number of their top players with the likes of Man United, Man City and Liverpool all being linked with different names.Credit: ImagoAs a result, Forest are bracing for interest in a number of their important players and may find it impossible to keep hold of them should formal offers arrive.The implications of relegation from the Premier League, both on-pitch and financial, will cause major issues and they are now very much at risk.
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