Nottingham Forest have become known for their frantic work on deadline day, with today set to be another occasion where the Reds eye up multiple deals for Oliver Glasner.
Evangelos Marinakis has invested over £100m into the senior squad this window, but additional funds are expected to be available to complete the summer business today.
A new central midfielder and a goalkeeper appear to be a priority, with the club making numerous offers for players across the Premier League in recent days.
Any new arrival will follow in the footsteps of one player who was finally confirmed on Monday afternoon after weeks of speculation.
How Munoz will improve Forest throughout 2026/27
Glasner’s system is what has allowed him to secure countless pieces of silverware in recent years, with Forest fans hoping that he can emulate such success at the City Ground.
However, it requires certain players to make such a philosophy work, with wing-back Daniel Muñoz integral to the manager’s successful period at Crystal Palace.
The Colombian international has now followed his former boss to the East Midlands, after a fee of £22m was agreed between the Reds and the Eagles.
The 30-year-old has been one of the division’s most threatening options in such a position, which could see him inject needed energy down Forest’s right-hand side.
Munoz has become known for being a huge threat at both ends of the pitch, as seen by his remarkable figures during the Premier League campaign in 2025/26.
The Colombian registered nine goal contributions last term, whilst being strong defensively with his tally of 2.8 tackles per 90 – highlighting his ability to make a huge impact at either end of the pitch.
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Daniel Muñoz – PL stats (2025/26) |
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Statistics (per 90) |
Tally |
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Games played |
29 |
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Goals & assists |
7 |
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Pass accuracy |
80% |
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Chances created |
1.1 |
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Ground duels won |
5.2 |
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Tackles made |
2.8 |
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Clearances made |
3.6 |
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Defensive contributions |
7.4 |
Such an area has been the focus all summer long since Glasner’s arrival, and who better to make an impact than someone who knows the demands of the Austrian inside and out?
How Forest can land the next Munoz on deadline day
As the deadline looms, Forest will be looking to complete some shrewd pieces of business to either make an immediate or long-term impact at the City Ground.
The likes of Ousmane Diomande, Liam Delap and Xaver Schlager have all completed their own moves this window, but they could be joined by another highly talented star.
Racing Santander midfielder Gustavo Puerta has been a long-standing target for the Reds, with the Colombian international finally looking set to complete a move.
As per reports in Italy, Forest have agreed to trigger the 23-year-old’s €20m (£17m) release clause, with a deal expected to be confirmed in the coming hours.
The Italian also confirms that the player is expected to join Olympiacos on loan for the 2026/27 campaign, before linking up with Glasner’s men in 12 months time.
He will follow in the footsteps of Gustavo Sa, who also arrived for a similar fee from Famalicão earlier this window, before joining Marinakis’ sister team.
However, such a deal will eventually hand Glasner a highly talented midfield prospect, with the 23-year-old someone who can easily become a regular starter in the years ahead.
He featured alongside Munoz at the recent World Cup, subsequently producing numerous figures which demonstrate his ability to operate in a box-to-box role.
Puerta started all five games for Colombia during the tournament and subsequently achieved a 92% pass accuracy rate, creating 1.2 chances for his teammates per 90.
Such numbers showcase his ability to operate in forward areas and pick out the killer pass from deep – something the Reds have lacked since Elliot Anderson’s departure.
Even without the ball, Puerta managed to impress on the international stage, as seen by his incredible tally 3.5 ball recoveries and 4.6 ground duels won per 90.
£17m for a player of his quality could prove to be an excellent deal, with the midfielder able to develop into a leading Premier League talent in the years ahead.
His combative and relentless nature will see him become a key member of Glasner’s squad, with the Colombian able to cause chaos with compatriot Munoz upon any move to the East Midlands.
Their partnership could work wonders in Glasner’s system, with the 23-year-old a superb option and one that could prove to be a bargain in the years ahead.
