Michael Noonan: Nottingham Forest sign striker, January move set as Benfica, Marco Silva linked | OneFootball

Nottingham Forest have signed Michael Noonan from Shamrock Rovers, with the young forward due to link up in January.

According to Glorioso 1904, Benfica had been monitoring his rise, alongside Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Everton and Ajax, before he chose Oliver Glasner’s side.

He will initially be integrated into Forest’s youth set-up. Despite his age, he already has significant experience in Irish football and has represented his country at under-15, under-16, under-17, under-19 and under-21 level.

Noonan joined Shamrock Rovers in January 2025 and quickly made an impact. He has made 58 appearances and scored 13 goals for the club.

He also entered the record books in UEFA competition, becoming the youngest scorer in the Conference League at 16 years and 197 days with a goal against Malmp. He now prepares for the step to England.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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