Report: Ola Aina’s future sealed as key clause in Nottingham Forest contract is revealed

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Super Eagles defender Ola Aina will likely remain at Nottingham Forest beyond this season despite speculations linking him with an exit in the summer, Soccernet.ng reports.

There have been a lot of speculations about Aina’s future due to his brilliant campaign with Nottingham Forest this season. The Nigerian striker has become an important part of the setup this season, featuring in 30 Premier League games.

However, with his contract set to expire at the end of the season, there have been talks that the former Chelsea man could be on his way out of Nottingham Forest in the summer. Aina has even been linked with top clubs like Manchester City and Liverpool, as both clubs need defensive reinforcements.

Soccer Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-Min and Nottingham Forest's Ola Aina (left)
Tottenham Hotspur’s Son Heung-Min and Nottingham Forest’s Ola Aina (left) Photo by Icon Sport

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Nonetheless, according to a new report by the New York Times, Aina will still be a Nottingham Forest player at the end of the season. In Aina’s contract, there is an automatic one-year extension clause if the Tricky Trees do not get relegated from the Premier League.

Now, what Nottingham Forest have been trying to do is to get Aina to sign another contract extension that will keep him at the club beyond next season.

Soccer What happens if Ola Aina does not sign an extension?

Soccer Ola Aina for Nottingham Forest
Ola Aina for Nottingham Forest (Photo credit: Imago)

If Ola Aina does not sign a contract extension at Nottingham Forest, then the club might be forced to let him go this summer so they can make a profit off him.

However, it is unlikely that he will not pen a new deal because he has admitted that he loves the club. He also has a great relationship with most of his teammates.

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