Looking ahead to the future, Nottingham Forest are now reportedly leading the race to sign an impressive in-demand 18-year-old for Nuno Espirito Santo this summer.
Nottingham Forest set sights on future star
Those at the City Ground are within touching distance of Champions League qualification in what would be a monumental achievement for all involved, having previously struggled in the bottom half since returning to the top flight.
With just nine Premier League games remaining, Espirito Santo's side sit as many as six points clear of fifth-place Manchester City and seven wins away from a place among Europe's elite.
It may not be long before Forest attempt to flex their new-found Champions League muscles, either. The Midlands club have recently been linked to a mega move for Viktor Gyokeres.
The Swede has been one of the most clinical strikers in Europe this season and has attracted interest from the likes of Barcelona as a result. Yet, as the summer approaches, it's Forest who could yet win the race to secure what would be one of the signings of the window.
Meanwhile, those at the City Ground have also reportedly turned their attention towards the future. According to The Athletic, Nottingham Forest are now in pole position to sign Cathal O'Sullivan from Cork City this summer.
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Forest have added a new player to their transfer shortlist ahead of the summer transfer window.
The young right midfielder recently turned 18 years old and could yet become the latest Irish talent to make his way to the Premier League - following in the footsteps of Evan Ferguson and, more recently, Mason Melia.
In a move with the future in mind, Forest would be landing a top prospect, albeit one who would have to wait for his chance at the City Ground. In pole position to sign O'Sullivan, the midfielder is one to watch.
"Brilliant" O'Sullivan is one for the future
Whilst it's Callum Hudson-Odoi and Anthony Elanga lighting up the flanks for Nottingham Forest this season, there seems to be every chance that it's O'Sullivan tasked with doing exactly that in years to come. The 18-year-old has already taken strides in senior football too, making two appearances for Cork City and even grabbing himself an assist this season.
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Cork manager Tim Clancy was full of praise for his young star when asked about his recent rise, telling reporters: "I' ve spoken to Cathal about how I want him to be more positive and get at players, and if he gives the ball away, we don't mind, because we want him to be more energetic and positive, and he's got so much ability.
"Last week, he got his first assist of the season, and he’s added to that by getting his first goal now. He's flying, and he's doing really well for us and we are looking forward to the progress he makes."
Also earning praise from The Next Wave - an X account run by a scout based in London - O'Sullivan was dubbed "brilliant" back in January as he prepared for the current campaign.