Following the departure of Anthony Elanga, Nottingham Forest finds themselves in the market for a new addition to their squad. Currently, Jota Silva stands as the sole senior right winger option available to Nuno Espírito Santo.
The confirmation of Elanga’s move to Newcastle United came after weeks of negotiations, resulting in Forest banking £55m upfront for the player, along with various add-ons. With Elanga out of the picture, Silva was entrusted with starting the team’s first pre-season friendly against Chesterfield.
However, the game ended in a goalless draw, prompting fans to raise concerns about Silva’s performance. Comparisons were drawn between him and former player Sosa, with many feeling that Silva’s display was lacking in quality. Despite showing glimpses of liveliness, the 25-year-old failed to deliver the attacking impact that supporters were hoping for.
Fans took to social media to voice their opinions, indicating that Silva’s future at the club may not be secure. While Nottingham Forest News reported that the club is keen to retain Silva unless a significant offer is made, Espírito Santo will likely require more convincing performances from him in order to justify his place in the squad for what is shaping up to be a demanding season.
With Forest’s recent promotion to the Europa League, the stakes are higher than ever for the team to perform at their best. Pre-season will be crucial for players like Silva to prove their worth and secure their positions in a squad that will be facing multiple challenges on different fronts. Only time will tell if Jota Silva can rise to the occasion and meet the expectations set before him by the club and its supporters.
