HUGE mistake by Evangelos Marinakis to let 20 tackles and nine interception underappreciated GEM leave in August as Player now showing Nottingham Forest what they missed.
The Reds have earned 19 points from their 11 matches and remain unbeaten away, even after challenging games against Chelsea, Brighton, and Liverpool.
Forest claimed a significant victory at Anfield in September, their first in many years, and have already delivered some impressive performances this season.
Currently, the Reds hold fifth place in the Premier League, marking a notable improvement from the 2023/24 campaign.
With the international break underway, this is an ideal time for Forest to reflect on their achievements so far.
Several players are on international duty, including Murillo, who could make his debut for Brazil, and Morgan Gibbs-White, who returns to the England squad.
Nuno Espirito Santo has guided Forest to fifth in the league at this stage and has made some bold strategic decisions along the way.
Nuno Espirito Santo’s August call on Nicolas Dominguez
In the season opener, Dominguez started on the bench against Bournemouth, while Danilo and Ibrahim Sangare led in central midfield, with Ryan Yates stepping in when Danilo suffered an ankle injury.
At that point, Dominguez appeared to be a fourth-choice option in Forest’s midfield.
When James Ward-Prowse joined on loan from West Ham, it seemed Dominguez’s opportunities would be limited.
But injuries and suspensions in recent weeks have given Dominguez a chance, and he has seized it.
According to The Other 14, Dominguez ranks high in the league for tackles and interceptions this season, even within the clubs outside the traditional top six.
So far, he’s recorded 20 tackles and nine interceptions, averaging five successful challenges per 90 minutes.
Dominguez is now an essential part of the Forest lineup
Dominguez’s impact has been remarkable. The Argentine has shown great determination since the season’s start, refusing to let early setbacks discourage him.
On Sunday against Newcastle, he demonstrated his value again, even giving Ryan Yates a masterclass in midfield play.
Signing Dominguez for just £8 million is proving a bargain for Forest, with his performances making a strong case for his worth.
The midfield has been a puzzle for Espirito Santo this season, and Dominguez’s recent form has underscored the oversight of not starting him earlier.
The shirt is now his, and any teammate wanting it will need to play at a high level to take it from him.