Nottingham Forest supporters believe that Lewis O'Brien can play a part in Steve Cooper's team next season after he vowed to prove his worth to the club.
The midfielder joined DC United on loan this month after being left out of the Reds' 25-man squad list submitted to the Premier League in February. It meant that he would play no part in the second half of the season after a proposed loan move to Blackburn Rovers fell through on deadline day in January.
The past few months have fuelled speculation that he could leave Forest in the summer transfer window. But O'Brien stated this week that he intends to return to the City Ground and fight for his place in the squad.