Nuno Espirito Santo remains confident Ola Aina will agree new Forest deal

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo is “confident” that full-back Ola Aina will sign a

new deal.

The Nigeria international has been one of Forest’s standout players this season as they look to finish

in the top four of the Premier League.

Nuno expects a positive outcome from the two parties’ discussions about a new arrangement.

“I think so, things are going great,” he replied.” “I am positive and certain that everything will be resolved.

“He’s been performing fantastically, not only this season, the last season.”He has a significant

impact on the squad, but his experience makes him a role model for everyone, particularly the

younger members of the club.”

Aina was rested for Tuesday’s FA Cup victory over Exeter, but will return for Saturday’s trip to

Fulham.

Nuno will be reunited with former Wolves striker Raul Jiminez at Craven Cottage, who has

recovered from a life-threatening head injury sustained when playing for Wolves at Arsenal in 2020.

“The relationship I had with Raul was amazing,” Nuno told me. “And simply seeing him perform after what occurred, believe me, brings me great delight.

“I am emotional simply thinking about it. I look forward to seeing him again. It doesn’t matter what

he performs on the pitch – whether he scores or not – simply seeing him is fantastic.”

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