Nottingham Forest near deal for eight-goal striker after West Ham snub

Story byPhoto by Jon Hobley/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesLee ClarkeSun, January 11, 2026 at 2:49 PM UTC·2 min readNottingham Forest are aiming to strengthen their attack in January, with Sean Dyche looking to add some much-needed firepower. It is a bit of a surprise that the club let Arnaud Kalimuendo go without having someone lined up to replace him, given how light they are up front right now. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementChris Wood is sidelined with a long-term injury, which has not helped matters. The New Zealand forward hit 20 goals in the Premier League last season, and his absence has left a big hole. Igor Jesus has been more prolific in cup competitions this season, netting eight times overall. But just one of those goals has come in league play. Forest now appear to be getting closer to bringing in a new striker before the window closes, with Dyche hoping to bolster his options soon. Youssef En-Nesyri move to Nottingham Forest nearing completionPhoto by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty ImagesNTV Sport are reporting that Forest have agreed a deal with Fenerbahce for Youssef En-Nesyri, though there are still a few details to sort out before it becomes official. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Turkish club are satisfied with the financial terms but wants a mandatory purchase clause included in the loan arrangement. En-Nesyri has featured 25 times this season, scoring eight goals and providing one assist, and Forest are hoping to add him to their squad soon. The striker had previously turned down a move to England when West Ham reached an agreement, reportedly due in part to concerns about the weather. But it now appears that Forest have addressed those issues, and a deal looks close to being finalised. Forest are in urgent need of a strikerThere is little chance of Forest staying up without bringing in another forward, and Dyche seems to share that view. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLetting Kalimuendo go looks like a misstep, especially with Jesus as the only fit option and Taiwo Awoniyi struggling for form.