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Steve Cook addresses Nottingham Forest future after surprise Steve Cooper decision
Nottingham Forest defender Steve Cook admits his omission from the squad wasn't "expected" and has addressed his future.
The 32-year-old was left out of Steve Cooper's 25-man Premier League squad in January and hasn't been in action since November. Cook signed from Bournemouth in January 2022, after a 10-year stint on the south coast.
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"It wasn't expected at the time [his omission] but was one of those where you have to dust yourself down and get ready for what comes next," he told BBC Radio Solent. "I'm not doing too much sulking, I've been doing some coaching in the academy and just keeping myself busy."
Four Southampton players to miss crucial Nottingham Forest clash as injury update given
Southampton will welcome back one player from injury against Nottingham Forest on Monday night, but four will remain on the sidelines with injury.
Forest host the Saints at the City Ground in the 8pm kick off, with Forest knowing what they may have to do in order to climb out of the relegation zone, depending on how other results go this weekend. The Reds are currently in 18th place on goal difference, level on points with Leeds United and Leicester City, who are 17th 16th respectively.
Southampton, meanwhile, remain at the bottom of the table, six points adrift of Forest. A win would see the Saints cut that deficit to just three points as they look to pull off an unlikely escape from relegation.
Morgan Gibbs-White reveals angry Steve Cooper reaction that left Nottingham Forest squad stunned
Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White has revealed Steve Cooper’s angry reaction following last week’s loss against Brentford.
The Reds were on their way to what would have been three big points in the race against relegation this season. A Danilo goal just before half time had put Forest 1-0 up.
That is how the score stayed until Ivan Toney’s free kick found the back of the net in the 82nd minute to draw Brentford level. Things got worse for Forest in stoppage time when Josh Dasilva struck in the 94th minute to take all three points for Brentford and condemn Forest to a difficult loss.
Man City sent 'do your thing' Nottingham Forest order as Neville makes 'miracle' Leeds claim
Nottingham Forest fans have their fingers crossed for a big win for Manchester City this afternoon (Saturday) as they take on Leeds United at the Etihad Stadium.
Both Leeds and Forest, along with Leicester City, are on 30 points as the race to survive relegation at the end of the season hots up. The Reds are currently in the third relegation spot on goal difference, but a record-equalling win for Man City could change that without Forest even kicking a ball.
However, only a 9-0 win for Man City will do, with Leeds having scored significantly more goals than Forest this season. Most Forest fans would just take a win for City, with Leeds, under the management of Allardyce looking to pull off a shock result.
Morgan Gibbs-White hails Nottingham Forest and makes 'goosebumps' claim
Morgan Gibbs-White has described what the support from Nottingham Forest fans does to him as a player during a match.
The 23-year-old joined the Reds from Wolves last summer and has gone on to become a regular for boss Steve Cooper. Gibbs-White has often led the attacking line, contributing with 10-goal involvements.
Since arriving on Trentside, he has instantly felt at home and it is all thanks to the Reds' fanbase. "They honestly are incredible," the midfielder told Soccer AM.
Nottingham Forest fans send Erling Haaland message after Man City threaten Leeds United slip
Nottingham Forest supporters have responded to relegation rivals Leeds United's defeat against Manchester City this afternoon.
Leeds fell to a 2-1 defeat at the Etihad Stadium, with Ilkay Gundogan netting a brace in the first half. Rodrigo Moreno then scored the first with five minutes from time, giving the visitors a glimpse of hope.
Gundogan missed a late penalty, which Pep Guardiola wanted Erling Haaland to take, while Haaland missed a host of chances to further dent Leeds' goal difference.
Nottingham Forest in transfer battle for highly rated Premier League midfielder
Nottingham Forest are reportedly interested in signing Bournemouth midfielder Jefferson Lerma.
The 28-year-old is coming to the end of his contract in the summer after a five-year stint on the south coast. Lerma has been an ever present player for the Cherries, with the club keen to extend his stay.
However, with several clubs wanting to secure his signature, it may prove difficult to hang on to his services. Along with Forest, other clubs are keeping a close eye on his situation, according to Team Talk.
Nottingham Forest tipped to avoid relegation with Leeds and Everton in Premier League peril
Nottingham Forest have been backed by bookmakers to stay in the Premier League at the end of the season, but their fight for survival looks set to go down to the wire.
The Reds are currently in 18th place in the Premier League, but are only in the bottom three on goal difference. Forest, Leeds United and Leicester City are all locked on 30 points ahead of this weekend’s Premier League fixtures.
Steve Cooper ’s men will be looking to bounce back from a late loss against Brentford in their last outing when they take on Southampton at the City Ground on Monday night. Before that game, Forest fans will be keeping an eye on other fixtures around the league.
