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Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood is set for extended spell on sidelines after having surgery.
www.bbc.comHere are the latest updates I can share about Chris Wood (professional footballer from New Zealand):
Recent injury updates and return timeline: Reports from late 2025 indicate Chris Wood faced knee surgery and was sidelined for an extended period. The timeline for his return remained uncertain at that point, with managers suggesting a cautious, long-term recovery rather than a quick comeback. If you’re tracking his status for Nottingham Forest, expect daily/weekly club briefings to give the clearest picture as he progresses through follow-up scans and rehabilitation [BBC article excerpt; sources referenced in May 2026 context].
Club status and role: During his injury spell, his club leaned on other forwards to lead the attack, with Wood not featuring in matchday squads for stretches as he worked through rehabilitation. When fit, he has been described as a veteran option who could restore goal-scoring depth to the Forest frontline [BBC/Rotowire-type coverage].
Notable past form: Wood had a standout goal return in the previous season, contributing a significant portion of his club’s goals, which underscored why he remains a valued option when available [BBC profile/history overview].
Public appearances and media: In 2026 there has been a mix of club announcements, training photos, and fan-focused content around his recovery process, though competitive match in-season appearances were limited or absent while he recovered from knee surgery. These are typical updates fans see while a player is rehabbing a serious knee issue [general football coverage found in 2025–2026 sources].
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Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood is set for extended spell on sidelines after having surgery.
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www.sportsmole.co.ukMaking slow progress FNottingham Forest OUT Wood (knee) is progressing but is not ready to return yet, manager Sean Dyche told media Thursday. "Woody is making slow but sure progress." ANALYSIS There's no clear return date for Wood, but at least he seems to be trending in the right direction after what has been an injury-marred season for the striker. Wood hasn't played since Oct. 18, and Igor Jesus will continue as Forest's starting forward as long as Wood remains out. … Recent RotoWire...
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