Chris Wood extends Nottingham Forest stay with new contract

Nottingham Forest's Chris Wood celebrates scoring the opening goal against Liverpool. Photo / Getty Images

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. When I spoke to the owner [Evangelos Marinakis] and his family and saw where they want to be and where they see this club to be – it was clear they have high ambitions and big dreams. He has backed the club for years, even before promotion to the Premier League, which is fantastic, and the team is pushing in the right direction.

“I’m excited for the future. This club has a lot of potential to continue to grow and build, and that is what I want to be a part of. I can’t thank the fans enough, they always come in voice and they’re always behind the team and myself, it’s a pleasure playing in front of them. Here’s to a few more years together.”

Having scored 14 league goals in the 2023/24 campaign, the New Zealand captain’s record tally was pivotal in helping the side secure status in the division. He has already matched that this season with 16 league games left.

Wood’s journey with Forest began in January 2023, when he joined the club on an initial loan deal. His form reached new heights after the arrival of manager Nuno Espírito Santo in December 2023, with 25 of his 29 league goals for Forest coming under the Portuguese coach – the most league goals for a Forest player under one manager.

In the current campaign, Wood has started all but one league game and has twice scored in four consecutive games. He was the Premier League Player of the Month in October, the first Forest player to win the award.

Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis said Wood had “performed exceptionally well” for the club.

“More than just his goals, he epitomises everything that it means to wear the Garibaldi Red – hard work, a fighting and winning spirit, and the attitude to never give up. He is a winner and a role model to inspire all of us, and we reward his dedication with ours.”