Ukrainian international Oleksandr Zinchenko, aged 28, arrived at the City Ground from Arsenal on loan on deadline day. Nottingham Forest have no obligation to purchase the player in 2026. Although Zinchenko has primarily played as a left-back in recent years, there are doubts about whether he is sufficiently strong in defense for new manager Sean Dyche's system. He could potentially be used in a wide midfield role, but if he struggles to find a suitable position, it is thought it would be an uncomplicated decision to send him back. The defender has 75 caps and 12 goals for his country. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €18.00m. Olympique Marseille and Fenerbahçe were also among the clubs linked with him before his move.