Chris Wood: the Nottingham forest striker improves but remains a doubt for Manchester United
The striker of the Nottingham Forest Chris Wood is “improving”, but there remains a doubt for the visit of Manchester United on the ground of the city on Tuesday.
Wood he suffered an hip injury While internationally in international service with New Zealand at the beginning of this month.
The 33 -year -old, who scored 18 goals in 32 appearances in all competitions this season, The victory of the FA CUP quarter finals on Brighton.
The Boss of the Forest Nuno Espirito Santo had hoped that Wood was suitable for visiting the United in the Premier League, but did not specify when the player would return to his pre-match press conference.
“It’s becoming better from day to day,” said Nuno.
“We have to evaluate it day by day, it is about being free and improve. It is a great contusion, so it is very painful.”
Wood limp just 10 minutes in the second half of New Zealand’s 3-0 victory over New Caledonia, who ensured their place at the 2026 World Cup.
Forest is third in the Premier League while continuing to push for a place in the Champions League next year and Wood has played a crucial role in their success this season.
Taiwo Awoniyi took the place of the talismanic against the seagulls on Saturday, playing for an hour before being replaced when Forest reached the semifinals of the England Cup with the victory for the penalty.
