The Hull City striker would be a useful addition to the Nottingham Forest squad.
Mark Warburton faces a hugely difficult challenge ahead of him at the City Ground this summer, and will certainly have to strengthen his options over the course of the next month, if he has any chance of guiding his side to a successful Championship campaign.
Britt Assombalonga left Forest for Middlesbrough for a fee believed to be in the region of £15 million, and it will be vital for Warburton to replace him with an established striker.
With this in mind, the east Midlands outfit should consider a move for Tigers hitman Abel Hernandez, who is attracting interest from Birmingham City, according to the Daily Star.
Abel Hernandez of Hull City celebrates
The 26-year-old possesses plenty of quality, and whilst he has flattered to deceive during his time on Humberside, a change of scenery could be just what he needs to reinvigorate his career.
Hernandez is strong in the air, but is equally apt with the ball at his feet. He could act as the focal point of the Reds’ attacking play, and would offer their defenders and midfielders a fantastic outlet when they are under pressure.
The Hull man has a lot to prove, and the incentive of helping fire Forest into contention for promotion could be just what he needs.
The 26-year-old could be an ideal strike partner for Daryl Murphy, should Warburton wish to play with two up top, and he would undoubtedly add a certain kind of potency to Forest’s attacking play.
Hernandez joined Hull for around £10 million three years ago, so the Tigers would surely be looking to recoup at least that amount, if they do decide to sell him, and Forest would easily be able to meet that kind of fee, what with the windfall they received following Assombalonga’s sale.
Abel Hernandez of Hull City
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