Nottingham Forest manager, Nuno Espirito Santo, has given an update on the fitness of Nigerian players Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi ahead of their upcoming Premier League match against Liverpool.
Aina, who has not played for Forest since returning from the Africa Cup of Nations, is currently recovering from an injury. Santo mentioned that Aina, along with Nuno Tavares, are facing more significant problems in their recovery process, while players like Ibrahim Sangaré and Chris Wood are closer to returning to full fitness. Willy Boly is also in the final stages of his recovery.
Regarding Awoniyi, Santo highlighted his importance in the previous game and noted that he was able to complete the full 90 minutes. The manager expressed optimism about Awoniyi’s improving fitness levels after being out for an extended period and emphasized the significance of his recovery for the team’s upcoming matches.
As Forest prepares to face Liverpool, Santo’s updates on Aina and Awoniyi’s fitness provide insight into the team’s readiness for the challenging fixture. Fans will be eager to see how these Nigerian talents contribute to the team’s performance on the pitch.
Stay tuned for more updates on Nottingham Forest’s squad as they gear up for their Premier League clash against Liverpool.