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Nottingham Forest: Summer move for Zian Flemming a no-brainer after Vitor Pereira’s tactical breakthrough

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The Portuguese boss’ change away from his previous 4-2-3-1 system has delivered eye-catching results for the Reds, who have now scored nine goals in their last three halves of football. Forest’s transfer plans are set to see them try and strengthen their group with a view to pushing up the Premier League table next term, and a new striker will surely be in the offing to boost their numbers. 🔄 Nottingham Forest Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Nottingham Forest boardroom.



He would surely jump at the chance to stay in the Premier League next term, and Burnley would not be in a position to demand big money for him, given that they paid just £7million to sign him from Millwall last summer.The Reds have gained a reputation for spending big fees in their pursuit of success in recent years, but a slightly more understated signing in Flemming could potentially prove to be invaluable for them. Igor Jesus has surely now convinced Forest chiefsFormer Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider back in February that Forest could sell Jesus this summer, with the forward’s Premier League form deemed to be a “major problem” at the City Ground.

The Brazilian has largely saved his best form for the Europa League this season, but his domestic efforts have picked up in recent weeks, and he has surely now done enough to convince Forest that he is worth investing in long-term. Jesus’ recent displays have surely proven that he has what it takes to become a top striker in the Premier League, but if the club hierarchy think otherwise, then there could be more than one frontman on their shopping list this summer.