There has been a significant development regarding the future of Arnaud Kalimuendo at Nottingham Forest, with reports emerging that his time at the club could be nearing an abrupt end in the upcoming January transfer window. The talented forward, who has seen limited playing time since the arrival of manager Sean Dyche, has only made two appearances under the new leadership.
Kalimuendo’s recent outings on the field have been underwhelming, with his most notable performances being a late substitute appearance in the Premier League defeat against AFC Bournemouth and a start in the Europa League draw against Sturm Graz, where he struggled to make an impact. His lackluster showing in the Europa League match, recording an xG of just 0.16 and touching the ball only 22 times, raised concerns about his effectiveness in the team.
The French striker also remained unused during the resounding 3-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, further fueling speculation about his future at the City Ground. Recent reports from France, via Sport Witness, suggest that Kalimuendo’s time at Nottingham Forest is on the verge of an abrupt conclusion, with a potential departure imminent. Interest from clubs such as Paris FC, Stuttgart, and AS Roma has emerged due to his limited game time and lack of starting opportunities in the Premier League this season.
With Dyche hinting at the possible return of striker Chris Wood, who is undergoing routine medical scans, Kalimuendo’s prospects of securing regular playing time appear to be dwindling even further. The decision of three different managers – Nuno Espirito Santo, Ange Postecoglou, and Dyche – to not feature the center-forward in the starting lineup indicates a lack of confidence in his contributions both on and off the pitch.
Given the current struggles of Forest’s attacking options and Kalimuendo’s inability to establish himself in the team, a departure from the club in the January transfer window seems increasingly likely. This potential move could potentially facilitate a reshuffle within the squad and enable Forest to reinvest in strengthening other areas as they face the challenges of a relegation battle, despite their recent climb to 16th place following the notable victory over Liverpool.
