Nottingham Forest have furthered their preparations for the upcoming Premier League season by completing the signing of 23-year-old Lewis O’Brien from Huddersfield Town on a long-term contract.
O’Brien moves Trentside having been a pivotal member of the Terriers’ squad last season that ultimately fell to The Reds in the Emirates FA Cup 5th Round and Sky Bet Championship play-off final.
Having joined his boyhood club at the age of 11, O’Brien has enjoyed a successful rise to the first team, including being named the Academy Player of the Year in 2017-18.
He has since gone on to feature for Huddersfield on over 130 occasions, as well as impressing during a loan spell at Bradford City in 2018-19.
“I’m delighted to join Nottingham Forest at such an exciting time. Having played at The City Ground last season I’ve experienced the atmosphere and when the opportunity came about to join Forest, it was a no-brainer for me.” said O’Brien.
“You only have to look at Forest’s turnaround last season to see that something special is happening here at the moment, and after my first conversation with Steve Cooper it was obvious we both share the same vision and I’m buzzing to be part of the project.
"The fans turnout in their numbers week after week and they’ve waited so long for Premier League football. It’s now up to myself and the rest of the team to make sure we keep a smile on their faces.”
Nottingham Forest Head Coach Steve Cooper said “We are delighted to secure the signing of Lewis O’Brien and we are thrilled to get this one over the line. He was one of the standout players in the Championship last season and possesses many of the qualities that we are looking for to strengthen the midfield unit.”
“At 23 years of age and with an abundance of experience already, I am confident Lewis will play a pivotal role next year and I look forward to watching him grow as a player over the coming months.”
Everyone at Nottingham Forest welcomes Lewis to the club and wishes him the best of luck throughout his time here.