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Nottingham Forest notebook – Delap handed goalscoring advice, keeper ‘pursuit’, Schlager settling in

Latest Nottingham Forest news as Reds bid to end run of three Premier League defeats

By Sarah Clapson · Nottingham Post

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 6:00 AM

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Pundit Troy Deeney urged Liam Delap to show more composure, while Nottingham Forest reportedly pursue Cruzeiro goalkeeper Otavio.
Cruzeiro may consider negotiating for Otavio if bids reach between €25 million and €30 million.
Midfielder Xaver Schlager praised his growing midfield partnership with teammate James McAtee.

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Pundit Troy Deeney has advised Nottingham Forest striker Liam Delap to relax and show more composure to resolve his goalscoring struggles following the club's 1-0 defeat against Arsenal. Meanwhile, German reports indicate Forest and Tottenham Hotspur are leading the pursuit of 20-year-old Cruzeiro goalkeeper Otavio ahead of the January transfer window.

Cruzeiro could reportedly consider selling Otavio for between €25 million and €30 million, despite his €100 million overseas release clause. Additionally, midfielder Xaver Schlager highlighted his growing on-pitch partnership with James McAtee, while the City Ground paid tribute to nine-year-old supporter James Kerry.

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