“Might be a little bit out of the question” – Nottingham Forest fan pundit issues verdict on Joe Worrall’s future amid Leicester City links

The Foxes were linked with a potential move for the defender with the upcoming transfer window in mind.

But Oldham believes that the 25-year old will avoid signing for a local rival of the club if he does depart in the coming months.

However, the Forest fan also has faith that the turnaround in form seen from the club since Steve Cooper’s arrival will be enough to keep him at the City Ground for next season.

Worrall has been an important player in the team’s rise from bottom of the Championship to the play-off final later this month.

The Englishman has played 39 times for the Reds this season and is an integral part of Cooper’s side.

If he is to leave, Oldham does believe that it will take a sizeable offer for his services to tempt the Lancashire club into a sale.

It could cost a Premier League side up to £15 million, according to FLW’s Forest fan pundit.

“Whilst Joe Worrall hinted at a Premier League move earlier in the season, Forest’s transformation and the chance of promotion puts them in a much better position to keep him,” Oldham told Football League World.

“Should they fail to achieve promotion, I’d imagine the Premier League clubs will be circling and looking to take advantage.

“A move to Leicester seems pretty unlikely. Worrall has always maintained his love for Forest, so moving to a local rival might be a little bit out of the question.

“The teams that have been linked previously were West Ham, Burnley, Crystal Palace, Southampton and might be a better option.

“In terms of a transfer fee, I’d imagine Forest will be looking to command £15 million for a player who’s been outstanding this season, really come on under Steve Cooper’s leadership.

“I think his price tag has only increased and he’s a valuable asset