Nottingham Forest is gearing up for the January transfer window with plans to reinforce their squad under the management of Sean Dyche, who is keen on bolstering his options following a promising start to the season.
Forest welcomed several new signings during the summer transfer window, a move that was further bolstered when UEFA awarded them a spot in the Europa League after Crystal Palace’s exclusion from the competition. Among the new arrivals, Nicolo Savona has already made an impact, showcasing his prowess by netting his second goal in a notable 3-0 victory against Liverpool at Anfield over the weekend.
However, not all of Forest’s recent additions may have a long-term future at the club, with interest reportedly swirling around Arnaud Kalimeundo from the likes of Roma, Stuttgart, and Paris FC, hinting at potential departures in the upcoming window.
As Dyche looks to strengthen his squad further, reports have emerged linking Nottingham Forest with a move for Brighton central midfielder Jack Hinshelwood. The Daily Mail suggests that Hinshelwood is a notable target on Dyche’s radar, potentially adding depth to Forest’s midfield ranks.
Hinshelwood, currently on the periphery at Brighton with limited Premier League appearances this season, managed to make an impact by scoring the decisive goal against Brentford recently, earning praise for his contribution. The 20-year-old’s versatility to operate as both a central midfielder and a right-back makes him an attractive prospect for Dyche, especially after catching the eye with a towering header against Forest in a previous encounter at the AMEX Stadium.
Renowned for his performance against Forest during Brighton’s heavy defeat at the City Ground in the 2024/25 campaign, Hinshelwood will return to face Forest once again, possibly seeking redemption for past results.
Forest already boasts a strong midfield contingent, with the likes of Nicolas Dominguez, Ibrahim Sangare, Elliot Anderson, Ryan Yates, and Douglas Luiz showcasing their capabilities. Nonetheless, Hinshelwood’s possible addition could provide another dimension to Forest’s midfield setup, offering Dyche additional options and tactical flexibility.
If Dyche does seek to secure Hinshelwood’s services, it may signal the need for club owner Evangelos Marinakis to back the manager’s vision and entrust him to bring in players that fit his tactical plan. As Forest continues to build momentum, the potential influx of new recruits like Hinshelwood could play a pivotal role in driving the club’s ambitions forward in the upcoming transfer window and beyond.
