Nottingham Forest are set to reignite their pursuit of a striker in the upcoming January transfer window, with the search for firepower at the top of their agenda.
Over the weekend, reports emerged linking Forest with Wigan Athletic’s young talent Thelo Aasgaard, but the club’s primary focus is likely to be on more high-profile targets.
Among those who turned down Forest’s advances during the summer were Santiago Gimenez and Eddie Nketiah, leaving the club to rely on their existing attacking options.
One name that has re-emerged on Forest’s radar is Yuri Alberto. The 23-year-old Brazilian forward, who recently claimed the Golden Boot with Corinthians, is attracting attention from several Premier League clubs.
His future has been the subject of speculation, and his latest comments have added fuel to the fire.
Yuri Alberto Offers Update on His Future
Speaking to Benja Me Mucho, as reported by Caught Offside, Alberto provided insight into his mindset as clubs circle for his signature.
“I really want to stay (at Corinthians). But I also have a dream of playing in Europe, in the Premier League,” he said.
“I am very happy here. Even more so because I’ve found my best form. I was even joking with the guys at the training centre before the game against Bahia. I said: ‘Man this is the last training camp here at home, at the hotel’.
“It’s very rare for this to happen, and it’s the first time that I don’t want the year to end! I don’t want it to end because, at the moment, I’m living, I’m very happy.”
A Perfect Fit for Forest?
Signing Alberto would align with Forest’s recruitment strategy of targeting young players with high potential.
Alberto, who netted 31 goals in all competitions during the 2024 Brazilian season, fits the profile of a dynamic forward who could complement Chris Wood and Taiwo Awoniyi in attack.
At a reported £25 million, Alberto could represent excellent value for money and provide the clinical edge Forest have been seeking.
With his eye for goal and hunger to play in the Premier League, he could prove to be the type of marquee signing to excite the fan base and bolster their survival hopes.
