Expert: Nottingham Forest plan to accept 24-yr-old offer after 'major problem' emerges

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(Credit: Igor Jesus on Instagram, Imago) Mon 23 February 2026 17:17, UK Nottingham Forest could be open to offers for Igor Jesus come the end of the season amid growing frustrations about his Premier League performances.Vitor Pereira‘s side lost 1-0 to Liverpool last time out after failing to make their chances count, and the 24-year-old was once again wasteful in attacking areas.Jesus has shown glimpses of qualify in the Europa League, with seven of his 12 goals this season coming in Europe, but has scored just two in the Premier League.Former Man United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that the Brazil international’s domestic form has become a “major problem” for Nottingham Forest.His Europa League displays have shown his quality and attracted interest from clubs on the continent, and Forest may be able to cash in for a good price this summer.Credit: ImagoRead more: Nottingham Forest have received an enquiry about Jesus.Nottingham Forest plan to accept Igor Jesus offerJesus arrived at the City Ground as one of multiple summer signing from Botafogo, in a deal worth £10million, and they could now be set to make a substantial profit. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES It has become clear that the striker is not suited to the pace and physicality of the Premier League, despite his performances in Europe, but interest has lingered.“I think Nottingham Forest will be prepared to let Jesus go,” Brown told Football Insider.“I’ve never been particularly impressed when I’ve watched him, and it was the same against Liverpool, I thought he was very wasteful with the chances he had.“Given the position Forest are in, looking over their shoulders and fighting against relegation, they need a striker who can score goals on a consistent basis.“I don’t think Jesus is going to be that type of player for them, he’s got some convincing to do but he’s already had time to do that and he hasn’t.“He’s looked good in the Europa League, but his Premier League form has been a major problem for Forest, because that’s where they need him most.“Maybe the pace and physicality of the Premier League doesn’t suit him, because he looks like a different player, so clubs in Europe may well be looking at him.“It would make sense for Forest to move him on if they don’t think he can cut it in the Premier League, though.”Read more: PGMOL expert hits out after controversial Nottingham Forest decision.Nottingham Forest fear summer exodusJesus is not the only player being linked with a move away from the City Ground after what has been a disappointing season in the Premier League.Forest remain very much at risk of relegation after West Ham picked up another valuable point, closing the gap to just two points from the drop zone.Football Insider revealed on 15 February that Nottingham Forest could be forced to sell Morgan Gibbs-White if they suffer relegation from the Premier League.Credit: ImagoGrowing interest in the 25-year-old’s signature, including from the likes of Man City, Tottenham and Aston Villa, mean he will have plenty of options when the window opens.On top of that, Football Insider revealed that Murillo could leave Nottingham Forest, with the likes of Chelsea and Liverpool keeping tabs on his situation.For more Nottingham Forest and exclusive news, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates to be sent straight to your phone.