Steven Gerrard's decision to keep young forward Cameron Archer in his Aston Villa squad could pave the way for Keinan Davis' return to Nottingham Forest.
Davis enjoyed a successful stint at Forest during the second-half of last season, playing a part in the Reds' promotion to the Premier League. In his 14 starts for Steve Cooper, Davis recorded five goals and two assists.
He rejoined his parent club for pre-season in Australia this summer but did not take part in any friendlies due to a hamstring injury. Forest have signed striker Taiwo Awoniyi for a club-record fee of £17.5million, but it is believed the club are keen to add another man to their attack.