Nottingham Forest defender Eric Lichaj is close to agreeing a new deal at the club, according to The Nottingham Post.

Eric Lichaj has been one of Nottingham Forest’s most reliable and dependable performers over the past few years and he appears to be keen to commit his future to The City Ground.

The right back has been locked in discussions with the club over extending his contract, which is currently set to expire at the end of the current season.

It is believed that good progress has been made with these talks and both parties are hopeful of getting this deal over the line imminently.

The American is believed to be set to sign a one year contract extension which will initially see him stay at Nottingham Forest until the end of the 2018/19 season.

However, this contract would also have the option of a further year, which would be activated if the 29-year-old plays a certain number of matches that season.

Although this is the expected new contract, it could also be a straight two year deal, extending Lichaj’s stay with the Reds until the summer of 2020.

Owing to Lichaj’s contract situation, a number of Championship and MLS clubs have been lurking so Forest are desperate to tie this up.

The Verdict

This is a deal which seems to suit all parties.

Lichaj has been excellent for Nottingham Forest this season and his reliability, passion, commitment and desire are commended by the Reds’ faithful.

The player will also be delighted to extend his stay in a familiar environment where he is respected by the fans.

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