Nottingham Forest have confirmed that forward Will Swan has joined Mansfield Town on a permanent transfer.
The 22-year-old has impressed during a loan spell this season at the Stags where he scored nine goals in 33 appearances. Swan was an academy graduate at Forest where he made two first-team appearances.
His performances for Nigel Clough's team put them on the verge of the League Two play-offs before missing out by just a single point on the final day of the season despite beating Colchester United.
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But Mansfield fans will be delighted to hear that Swan will be staying at Field Mill.
"It's exciting. We're delighted with what we've seen during the past nine months," said boss Nigel Clough.
"He fits the bill of a young striker with bags of potential and complements our other forward players. We look forward to seeing more goals from Will in the coming seasons."
In confirming his departure the Reds said on their official website. "Nottingham Forest can confirm the permanent transfer of Will Swan to Mansfield Town for an undisclosed fee.
"The deal will be effective from the summer transfer window open date. Forest wishes Will every success for the future."
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