Friday afternoon, news dropped that the English Premier League side had reached out to the Bundesliga outfit over a potential January deal for the Hungarian. However, Leipzig were quick to respond and it was a resounding ‘no’ over any movement for their veteran shotstopper this window.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Florian Plettenberg reports that Gulacsi is set to stay for the second half of the season, with the 33-year-old keen to fight for the No. 1 spot through the remainder of the campaign. The report adds that there is even a chance he stays through the summer. as the Bundesliga side are extremely “satisfied” with his work of late.
For Turner, it’s brilliant news, especially considering the struggles the English side have had of late. From sacking their coach to financial fair play implications looming, there has been a lot going on off the pitch that has hindered the English side’s results. However, it’s now up to the USMNT shotstopper to start producing consistently and playing at the highest level possible.
DID YOU KNOW?
Turner has conceded 26 goals in 16 starts this campaign, keeping just two clean sheets. However, Forest have struggled of late in front of goal, too, and sit just 16th in the Premier League.
WHAT NEXT FOR TURNER AND FOREST
Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are set to take on Arsenal in Premier League action on January 30, as the club look to continue their climb up the table. Then, it’s up to Turner to convince the club he is their No. 1 going forward.
