Nottingham Forest is preparing to offer Ola Aina a new long-term contract. The club had initially activated a one-year extension in Aina’s deal over the summer but now wants to secure the Nigerian international on a longer-term basis.

Aina, a versatile full-back, has been impressive since the start of the season, starting in all four of Forest’s opening Premier League matches. Nottingham Forest remains unbeaten in the Premier League this season, and Aina’s strong performances have played a key role in their successful run.