Nottingham Post commented Ryan Mendes was persuaded to sign for Forest after Dougie...

Ryan Mendes was convinced to join Nottingham Forest after Dougie Freedman persuaded him that he would have an important role to play for the Reds.The Cape Verde international was frustrated after finding himself on the bench at Lille, making three substitute appearances so far this season.And the 25-year-old decided to join Forest on a season-long loan, after being told by Freedman that he can earn himself a regular first-team spot at the City Ground if he finds his feet in the...