The Trentside Temptation of Derry Scherhant | OneFootball

Forest’s Attraction to Berlin’s Prodigy

Nottingham Forest, the pride of East Midlands, has long held a keen interest in Hertha Berlin’s striking talent, Derry Scherhant. The fascination was ignited around 12 months ago when Scherhant, a mere 20-year-old, delivered a man-of-the-match performance in a pre-season encounter that still echoes within the Forest coaching staff. His goal in the friendly encounter was a reflection of a prowess that hasn’t left their memories.

A Bid in the Offing

The Forest’s infatuation with the young forward has reached a stage where a £1.8 million bid is expected to be laid on the table. After a year-long fascination, Forest believes it has found the opportune moment to initiate this exchange. A ray of hope glimmers through the gloomy reality of Hertha’s descent from the Bundesliga last season.

A Summer of Changes at the City Ground

This news comes in the wake of reports from the Football Insider revealing Forest’s intentions for a comprehensive summer overhaul. They could potentially add six new names to their roster, reshaping the side’s outlook for the coming season. The changes might not just be one-way traffic, as we also learn about possible exits. Jonjo Shelvey, Emmanuel Dennis and Remo Freuler might all seek new pastures, leaving the City Ground with fond memories and heavier pockets.

Scherhant’s Journey: From the Bench to the Pitch

Scherhant’s stint with the Bundesliga may not have yielded plenty of minutes, but it certainly showcased promise. From his ten appearances, only two featured him in the starting line-up. However, the last few months of the 2022/23 season witnessed a notable increase in his involvement. He found himself named in the matchday squad 13 times.

With 279 minutes of first team football under his belt last season, Scherhant bagged a solitary goal for his efforts. This, however, is only a fraction of the story.

Rising Star with the Second Team

Besides the first team action, Scherhant made quite a ripple with Hertha Berlin’s second team. His exploits there saw him amass eight goals from 12 appearances in the last campaign. His formidable record extends beyond his goal tally, boasting 34 direct goal involvements where he scored 24 goals and provided 10 assists in only 39 starts and seven appearances as a sub.

If these numbers are any indication, Scherhant is a young talent on the cusp of breaking out. Nottingham Forest seems poised to foster this rising star, ready to make him shine on the Trentside. Only time will reveal whether this £1.8 million bid will be the catalyst for Scherhant’s promising journey.