Nottingham Forest: The Midlands club is dealt another blow due to a “animal”
The information will frustrate Steve Cooper.
Nottingham Forest began the Premier League campaign wanting to avoid the dreaded second season syndrome, and they have so far succeeded in doing so. In eight league games, Steve Cooper’s team has lost just three times while winning twice and drawn three times. Their most stunning performance came in a match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, where Anthony Elanga’s goal was all it took for the Midlands team to secure a record-breaking three points.
The international break actually came at the wrong time for Forest, who were on a strong run of form despite some difficult away games. Forest also appear to have taken an injury blow over the break, which makes it all the more painful.
What’s the latest Nottingham Forest injury news?
When it came to injuries, it appeared like Forest was becoming more and more unlucky, but a blow to star striker Taiwo Awoniyi quickly disproved that notion. Cooper’s team must now score goals from other sources, with Chris Wood and other newcomers expecting to have an impact. It doesn’t stop with Awoniyi, either; the most recent injury information reveals a further setback.
Gonzalo Montiel had to leave the game against Peru due to an injury while representing Argentina internationally, according to Nottingham Forest News, forcing Forest to evaluate their full-back. It’s not looking good for Forest in terms of Montiel’s immediate availability given that the injury was severe enough to take him off after only 30 minutes.
This Saturday, Forest will play Luton Town in what will be seen as a crucial relegation six-pointer. Beating teams like Luton will be the key to survival if Cooper’s side is to escape the drop or a battle altogether. However, given the current situation, they might be obliged to function without Montiel.
How has Gonzalo Montiel performed this season?
Montiel has had trouble settling in at Forest after moving there from Sevilla during the summer transfer window. He has made only one Premier League start, which came in a discouraging 1-1 draw with Burnley. The right-back’s injury occurs at an unfortunate moment given his sparse playing time, especially if it lasts a long time.
In the past, former Sevilla manager Julen Lopetegui praised the Sevilla loanee, saying: “I don’t usually individualize, but today, for example, Gonzalo Montiel competed like an animal after playing the 120 minutes in Cordoba.” If Cooper can get the best out of the Sevilla loanee, then he’ll have himself a reliable option to turn to.
Therefore, even though Montiel has had a sluggish start in the Midlands, he is still a competent player who may simply need some time to reach his best form. With the Premier League fixtures coming thick and fast, Cooper will be hopeful that the injury to his summer signing won’t prevent him from having full-back depth for a lengthy period of time. But for the time being, Forest and Montiel must wait anxiously to learn the full extent of the Argentinean’s ailment.
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