Chris Wood is set to sign a new two-year contract with Nottingham Forest, sources have told ESPN. Wood, 33, has been one of the most prolific strikers in the Premier League this season with 14 goals in 22 league games and his form has helped propel Forest up the table.

Opinion by Michael Burgess Michael Burgess has been a Sports Journalist for New Zealand's Herald since 2005, covering the Olympics, Fifa World Cups, and America’s Cup campaigns. Many years from now, New Zealand kids will ask their grandparents about Chris Wood.

Nottingham Forest have confirmed that striker Chris Wood has signed a new contract through until the summer of 2027. Wood, 33, was due to be out of contract at the end of this season, which is on track to be his most prolific at Premier League level.

Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood has been a regular on the Premier League scoresheet for the last two seasons

Chris Wood has signed a new contract with Nottingham Forest, extending his stay at the City Ground until 2027. New Zealand international Wood is the second Forest player to commit their future to the club this week, following Brazil defender Murillo, who agreed a deal earlier this week until 2029.

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Chris Wood has signed a new contract with Nottingham Forest, keeping him at the club until the English summer of 2027. The 33-year-old says he is “very excited” for the years ahead. “I saw the ambition when I first arrived.

Wood, who has scored 14 goals in 23 games this season, has signed a two-year contract to keep him at the club until 2027. On extending his stay, the 33-year-old said: "I'm very excited and very happy to have it completed and done, and I'm looking forward to the next couple of years, at least.

Bournemouth are favourites with Sky Bet to defeat top four side Nottingham Forest in their Premier League showdown at Vitality Stadium.

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