Nottingham Forest loanee discusses his future as Steve Cooper sends 'pressure' message

Winger Philip Zinckernagel says he is unsure what his future holds beyond the end of his spell with Nottingham Forest.

With the end of the campaign fast approaching, the Dane has just a few weeks left to run on his season-long loan with the Reds from Watford. He is determined to see Forest clinch a top-six spot in that time as they chase promotion to the Premier League.

At the end of that, Zinckernagel will return to the Hornets, who he joined from Norwegian outfit Bodo/Glimt on a five-and-a-half-year deal in January 2021. But where he fits into their plans remains to be seen, as Roy Hodgson’s side battle relegation from the top-flight.

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Boss Steve Cooper says he will welcome any pressure which comes Nottingham Forest’s way in the next few weeks - because it means they are in with a chance of promotion.

The Reds are three points below the play-off spots ahead of their return to action from the international break. Saturday’s trip to Blackpool marks the start of a 10-game sprint to the finish line, with the aim to clinch a top-six place.

Cooper has experience of what it takes to get there, having twice been in that position with Swansea City. And he is determined to stick to the style of play he has been working to instil at the City Ground, as well as thrive when the spotlight shines Forest’s way.

“I hope pressure does come into it, because it means we will be where we want to be,” he told NottinghamshireLive. “An elite environment, a demanding environment, is about critical moments, important moments.

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Promotion is the aim for Nottingham Forest as they head into their final 10 games of the season.

Steve Cooper’s side are right in the mix for a top-six finish ahead of their return to