Nottingham Forest Sign Gambian Striker Lamin Sillah

Nottingham Forest have signed Gambian striker Lamin Sillah. The young attacker gets a three-year contract after playing at Olympiacos. The club has big plans for Sillah, who has impressed in Greece.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Sillah is just 19 years old. He comes to Nottingham Forest after playing well for Gambia’s Under-20 team and Olympiacos. The striker recently had a trial at Forest and did well. Reports say other Premier League clubs noticed his progress, but Forest acted quickly to sign him.

WHY SILLAH’S MOVE MATTERS

Forest’s choice to sign Sillah shows they are focused on youth development. Sillah, born in 2006, made a name for himself in the Greek league. He also played well for his country’s youth teams. His quick adaptation at Olympiacos and internationally shows he can add speed and energy to Forest’s forward line. The club sees him as an important player for rebuilding their attack.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR FOREST AND SILLAH?

Forest are getting ready for the new Premier League season after finishing seventh in the league last season. Their next game is in the opening round of the 2025/26 Premier League, where Sillah might make his debut. The team will try to slowly integrate Sillah, hoping he can make a quick impact. Forest also hope his signing will excite the fans as they aim to move up the table this season.

Nottingham Forest finished seventh in the Premier League last season.

Lamin Sillah played at Olympiacos before joining Nottingham Forest.