Matz Sels, a Belgian goalkeeper, took a risk moving to Nottingham Forest during a difficult January transfer window a year ago, representing their third major goalkeeping change that season. Initially arriving amidst relegation battles and financial uncertainty due to Profit and Sustainability Rules, Sels faced an uphill challenge but has since proven essential to the team. Fast forward a year, Forest has dramatically improved, sitting third in the Premier League, and Sels is a key player, leading with nine clean sheets in a remarkable turnaround.
"When you take a goalkeeper in January, most of the time it's when the team is in difficulties. To play in the Premier League, that's why I wanted to come back - to live the dream a little bit - and I'm really happy with this season."
"Fast forward a year and the gamble has patently paid off. Forest go back to Vitality Stadium on Saturday in third place, just six points behind leaders Liverpool and with Sels leading the race for the Golden Glove with nine clean sheets."
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