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It remains a matter of time before Gio Reyna “blows up”, says Matt Turner, with the USMNT star’s potential clear for all to see at Nottingham Forest.
The 21-year-old playmaker has endured a frustrating time at the City Ground on the back of his loan move from Borussia Dortmund in the winter transfer window. Injuries have held Reyna back at times, but he has seen just 39 minutes of action across four substitute appearances.
Reyna is in danger of flopping in England as Forest bid to avoid relegation out of the Premier League. He may return to Germany in the summer with more questions being asked of his future and ability to deliver on lofty expectations.
Turner claims to have no concerns in that department, with the USMNT goalkeeper – who faces his own problems at Forest – telling the Daily Mail of a countryman that he keeps a close eye on in training: “I watch him train every day and I see such a smart and gifted player. I know that he could help our national team a ton… I think it’s a matter of time with him finding a perfect scenario before he really blows up.”
Forest do not look like being the “perfect scenario” for Reyna, as they cannot afford to take risks in a thrilling basement battle. Another move may be on the cards this summer, with Reyna hoping to savour CONCACAF Nations League glory with his country before then going on to form part of Copa America plans.
