Nottingham Forest midfielder Andrey Santos finds himself in a state of profound disappointment due to the fact that Steve Cooper, the Forest manager, has not been including him in the starting lineup. This young player, who arrived on loan from Chelsea during the summer transfer window, had generated significant interest from various quarters, making his subsequent lack of playing time all the more disheartening.
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During the summer transfer window, the highly-rated talent from Stamford Bridge was viewed as a promising prospect for Forest. In a move facilitated by Chelsea themselves, Santos joined the club with the expectation of securing regular first-team football opportunities.
However, reality has not aligned with those initial expectations. The signing of Ibrahim Sangare on transfer deadline day, coupled with the arrival of Nicolas Dominguez, has relegated Santos to a lower position on Steve Cooper’s tactical hierarchy.
Santos finally got a brief taste of Premier League action during a match against Liverpool, but even then, his time on the pitch was exceedingly brief, lasting for less than 10 minutes. This has understandably left the young and immensely talented footballer frustrated.
Santos had previously showcased his remarkable abilities during Chelsea’s pre-season tour of the United States. The fact that Forest successfully fended off competition from other clubs to secure his loan only intensifies his current frustration.
According to reports from Premier League Brasil, Santos is deeply discontented with the situation. At just 19 years of age, he finds himself vexed by the seeming reluctance of Steve Cooper to include him in the starting lineup.
It appears that, in the eyes of the Forest management, Santos has been deemed a backup option. The prevailing sentiment is that he may not remain at the City Ground beyond this season, which is one of the reasons behind his limited playing time.
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Despite the setbacks, there is still ample hope for Santos to see more action this season. The Premier League is known for its demanding and lengthy schedule, particularly for teams in the lower half of the table. Given the precarious disciplinary situation of Ibrahim Sangare, who is just one caution away from a suspension, Santos remains a viable option for Forest.
While Ryan Yates is currently the immediate alternative, Santos is not far down the pecking order at the club. The real challenge for Santos lies in seizing any opportunities that may come his way. At the tender age of 19, he is undoubtedly eager to showcase his skills on the pitch. For now, maintaining a positive attitude and staying prepared for the moment when Steve Cooper does decide to entrust him with a starting role is of utmost importance.
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