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Wenger backs Bendtner to shine at Nottingham Forest

After making his full debut for Nottingham Forest in the 4-0 loss to Arsenal, Nicklas Bendtner has been backed to shine by Arsene Wenger.

Arsene Wenger has backed Nicklas Bendtner to shine at Nottingham Forest, claiming the former Arsenal striker can return to the top level.

Bendtner made his full debut for Forest as it slumped to a 4-0 defeat to the Gunners at The City Ground on Tuesday in the third round of the EFL Cup — goals from Granit Xhaka and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, wedged either side of Lucas Perez's double, ensuring progression for Wenger's side.