Origi Swaps Milan Glamour for Nottingham Charm | OneFootball

Nottingham Forest, a club echoing with football history and heritage, has added another chapter to their rich tapestry. This time, it’s the signing of the enigmatic Belgian, Divock Origi, borrowed from the flair of Milan for a season.

A Return to English Shores

28-year-old Origi doesn’t just bring with him the prowess of a top-tier forward; he carries with him tales from the red side of Merseyside that many would pay to hear.

A Journey Through Time

It was 2014 when Liverpool aficionados first witnessed the young Belgian take to the Anfield stage. And what a journey it’s been. His years with Liverpool aren’t just peppered with 175 appearances, they are punctuated with moments of sheer brilliance. The highlights reel? One FA Cup, a League Cup, and let’s not forget the Premier League title under the commanding presence of Jürgen Klopp.

But among those treasures, one memory shines particularly bright. Picture this: The Champions League 2018/19, where Origi didn’t just play – he etched his name in the annals of history by scoring in both the semi-finals and the final.

However, Liverpool wasn’t the only European pitstop in Origi’s career. Loan stints took him to the footballing halls of Lille and the German prowess of VfL Wolfsburg. But last summer, the city of fashion, Milan, called out to him. Dressed in Rossoneri, he played 36 times across competitions, gracing the Champions League pitch eight distinct times.

On the international front too, Origi’s star shone bright. Since his debut in 2014, which incidentally was illuminated by a goal against Russia in the FIFA World Cup, Origi has donned the Belgian Red 32 times.

Forest’s Vision and Ambition

Why Nottingham Forest? Why now? These questions naturally arise. The answer lies in the words of Forest’s Chief Football Officer, Ross Wilson: “Divock returns to the Premier League to further add strength to our squad. We wanted to bolster our attacking options and Divock certainly helps us to do that.”

It’s more than just a signing for the Forest; it’s a statement of intent. A clear message that they’re not just playing for today but building for tomorrow.

To Divock, as Wilson concluded, “We look forward to welcoming him to our home on Trentside.”

Thus, as the trees on Trentside rustle with anticipation, the Origi chapter at Nottingham Forest begins. How it will conclude is anyone’s guess, but it promises to be an enthralling read.