Chris Wood, the striker for Nottingham Forest, has been sidelined since October after a 3-0 defeat against Chelsea. Despite his impressive performance in the previous season, where he scored 20 goals in the Premier League, Wood has not featured for Forest under manager Sean Dyche since the defeat.
Speculations surround the reason for Wood’s absence, with doubts lingering about his return to the field. Following Forest’s recent 1-0 victory over Wolves, Dyche was asked about Wood’s potential comeback, but his response indicated that the striker’s injury status remains uncertain.
In a press conference before Forest’s match against Everton, Dyche refrained from providing specific details about Wood’s injury timeline, stating that the player is slowly progressing but emphasizing the need for caution in his recovery. Despite the emergence of other players like Igor Jesus in Wood’s absence, he remains a valuable asset for the team.
As Wood’s return date remains uncertain, Forest may need to contemplate bringing in a replacement striker during the January transfer window. Speculations suggest Arnaud Kalimuendo could be a potential recruitment option to fill the void left by Wood’s absence.
Dyche is keen on reinforcing his squad in January and ensuring adequate cover in the event of further injuries. While Wood’s injury setback is unfortunate given his previous contributions to the team, Dyche remains optimistic that with proper management, the striker will regain fitness and make a successful return for the second phase of the season.
