Exclusive: Nottingham Forest to let senior star go, they've decided their No1 for next season

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(Credit: Imago, Getty) Wed 8 April 2026 7:00, UK Nottingham Forest will not extend the contract of goalkeeper Stefan Ortega when it expires at the end of the season, sources have told Football Insider.The 33-year-old shot-stopper is keen to look for a new club, as it has already been mde clear that he has no chance of becoming the Reds’ number one gloveman next term. The East Midlands outfit have already decided that Matz Sels will remain their starting option between the posts if they survive in the Premier League, and sources have indicated that Ortega wants regular football at this stage of his career.

Ortega only joined from Manchester City on a six-month deal back in January, but it has already become clear that he is not part of Forest’s transfer plans for next season. 🔄 Nottingham Forest Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Nottingham Forest boardroom. VISIT THE FOREST TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Nottingham Forest still showing faith in Matz SelsFootball Insider recently revealed that Forest won’t allow Sels to leave this summer, despite growing interest from Club Brugge.

Reds eye move for Southampton FA Cup heroFormer Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider on Tuesday that Forest are closely monitoring Shea Charles, with a view to making a move for the Southampton midfielder this summer. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Nottingham Forest Insider Access Get the full story from the City Ground and the Forest Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the banks of the River Trent.