As far as transfer windows go in previous years, this has been a relatively quiet one for Nottingham Forest.
Aside from James-Ward Prowse returning to West Ham United after cancelling his loan deal, Forest look set to sign Tyler Bindon from Reading.
Bindon is one for the future and is likely to return to Reading for the remainder of the season.
The future is what Nuno Espirito Santo is prioritising it seems after reports revealed that the Reds are closing in on Lewis Carrol from Aberdeen.
Aged 16, Carrol is highly rated and was even wanted by Arsenal and Chelsea but has seemingly chosen to make the move to the City Ground instead.
But who is Lewis Carrol? Nottingham Forest News has all you need to know on the highly-rated Scottish youngster.
Who is Lewis Carrol?
Lewis Carrol is a defender who has been part of the Aberdeen academy team from a young age.
Although only 16, Carrol has been a part of the team’s Under-18s side and won the league with them.
Carrol signed a professional contract with the Dons on 23 June 2024 and has also represented Scotland at youth level.
Lewis Carrol age/birthplace
Lewis Carrol was born on 7 March 2008 and is 16-years-old at the time of writing.
He was born in Aberdeen.
What position does Lewis Carrol play?
Carrol operates as a centre-back for Aberdeen and is most comfortable playing there.
What can Nottingham Forest fans expect from Lewis Carrol?
Forest can expect Carrol to show great leadership qualities and leads by example by being an active communicator on the pitch.
As is common with most up and coming footballers these days, Carrol is confident with the ball at his feet and has played with an ability beyond his years and could easily continue to rise through the ranks and get a first-team team spot in the future.
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