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Not considered for UEL trip Sels (groin) is "recovering well" but remains ineligible ahead of Thursday's Europa League clash with Fenerbahce, according to boss Vitor Pereira, Nicola Pearson of BBC Sport repor...

Impact Sels hasn't been involved in a game since Feb. 1, with Stefan Ortega filling in between the posts in the meantime. While the Belgian's return is expected at some point in upcoming weeks, he'll now have to compete for the spot with Ortega as soon as he achieves full health.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still some time away from return Sels is still working back from injury but will not be an option for a bit longer, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post. "Sels' is settling do...

Impact Sels is still not an option for the club and will likely miss out on a few more weeks, with the goalie nearing a return but still more than a few days away from being an option. This will leave him still eyeing a return to end the month of February, although a return still isn't likely in the next two weeks. This does leave a gap as they continue without last year's Golden Glove winner, leaving Stefan Ortega to start in his place.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad Friday Sels (groin) is not in the squad for Friday's game against Leeds United.

Impact Sels didn't pass a late fitness test and won't be an option for Forest in this contest. This means Stefan Ortega will get the nod between the posts, while Angus Gunn will operate as the backup. Sels will aim to return when Forest take on Wolverhampton on Wednesday, Feb. 11.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Friday Sels (groin) is a late call for friday match against Leeds United, said coach Sean Dyche in the press conference , according to Jak Netting from VAVEL. "Still a bit sore. We'll tak...

Impact Sels is a late call for Friday's match against Leeds United after picking up a groin injury last weekend against Crystal Palace. He will undergo a late fitness test following the final training session to determine his availability. Stefan Ortega or Angus Gunn are expected to start in goal if he is ruled out.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin injury Sels was forced off at halftime during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace due to a groin injury, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to the Nottingham Post...

Impact Sels was unable to play the second half of Sunday's draw against the Eagles after appearing to suffer a groin injury during the first half. The goalkeeper is set to undergo scans in the coming days and will be hoping the issue is minor, as he remains the undisputed starter between the posts for Nottingham Forest. If he is forced to miss time due to the setback, newcomer Stefan Ortega or Angus Gunn could be called upon against Leeds United on Friday.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Off at halftime Sels was forced off at halftime of Sunday's match against Crystal Palace due to an apparent injury.

Impact Sels would leave the field at halftime of Sunday's match and appears to be set for some testing after exiting with an apparent injury. This is a major loss for the club as they have to do without their regular starter in net for the time being, and last season's Golden Glove winner, leaving a hole in the team if he misses further time. The good news for the club is they recently signed Stefan Ortega on loan, who could be a starting keeper in most squads, likely to serve as his replacement moving forward, despite Angus Gunn getting the nod Sunday.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Sunday Sels made one save and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Brentford.

Impact Sels didn't have a lot of work in this win, and that was a welcome sight for him considering he had to deal with the threat of players like Kevin Schade and Igor Thiago. Sels will try to produce another strong performance at home against Crystal Palace on Sunday, Feb. 1.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Sels had three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Arsenal.

Impact Sels made three important saves in what ended up being a scoreless draw, giving Forest a key point as it attempts to avoid relegation. He a tough matchup looming against SC Braga on Thursday, a team which has 10 goals in six UEL matches so far.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

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Allows one against West Ham Sels made three saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 2-1 win versus West Ham United.

Impact Sels was back on the team sheet from the bench for the past few games but finally would earn the starting role back after an injury to John. He would do well to stop three shots and nearly hold a clean sheet, only having been beaten by an own goal. He will next face Arsenal in league action on Jan. 17, unlikely to pick up his third clean sheet of the season then.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Returns on bench Sels (groin) is on the bench for Monday's trip to Fulham.

Impact Sels is back in the squad, as expected, but surprisingly is only on the bench. Prior to missing two matches due to the groin issue Sels had been the unquestioned top choice, but it appears John could be getting a run in the first team even when Sels back fit, or Sels may not be back totally healthy.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impact Sels didn't play against the Spurs as a precautionary move to avoid any major setbacks while he recovers from a groin injury. The fact that he's been involved in training throughout the week suggests he has a good chance of returning Monday. If that's the case, he's expected to jump straight away into the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Fulham Sels (groin) could return in Monday's clash against Fulham since his absence in Sunday's 3-0 win against Tottenham was likely a precaution to avoid any major setback, coach Sean Dy...

Impact Sels has been dealing with a groin injury and missed Sunday's clash against the Spurs as a precaution to avoid any major setback. The goalkeeper could return in Monday's clash against Fulham if nothing happens ahead of the game, since coach Sean Dyche already said he has more chance to play since he didn't feature on Sunday. That said, if he had to miss another game, John would be the one starting between the posts.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Spurs Sels (groin) is out for Sunday's match against Tottenham.

Impact Sels is not in the team shee Sunday and has hit the sidelines due to a tight groin this weekend, a rough loss for the club as they are without their regular starter at goalie. He will now focus on next week for a return, although that is up in the air. That said, he is replaced by John, his likely replacement until ready for a return.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with tight groin Sels is dealing with a tight groin and won't play in Thursday's clash against Utrecht as a precaution, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to Jak Netting from Va...

Impact Sels is currently dealing with a tight groin and won't be playing midweek against Utrecht since the staff decided to let him rest as a precaution. Sels isn't a doubt for Sunday's clash against Tottenham and has mainly been a bench option in the Europa League since the start of the campaign, but his groin issue will have to be monitored to avoid any more important setback for the goalie. That said, if he had to miss some time, John will be the one starting between the posts for Forest.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three in loss Sels recorded three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Everton.

Impact Sels made three saves in Saturday's large defeat against Everton, including a strong parry from a bouncing Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall drive in the first half. He could do little on the opener, which deflected off Nikola Milenkovic from close range, or on Thierno Barry's clean finish at the end of a three-on-one break. The scoreline looks harsh on a keeper who repeatedly kept Forest from a heavier loss. Sels conceded five goals in the last three games and will look to rebound against Tottenham on Sunday.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records clean sheet in win Sels had one save and secured a clean sheet in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Wolverhampton.

Impact Sels was forced to repel just one Wolverhampton shot on goal Wednesday as Nottingham Forest edged-past the home side for a 1-0 victory. Across his last five starting appearances, the veteran keeper has produced 13 saves and four clearances while conceding an average of one goal per appearance and recording two clean sheets. Sels will look to continue his positive run of form Saturday when Nottingham Forest travel for an away tussle at Everton.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in defeat Sels made three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Brighton.

Impact Sels pulled off one of the game's key moments early in the second half with a stunning double save, first parrying Diego Gomez's effort before springing up to deny Ferdi Kadioglu from close range. He had already stopped Yankuba Minteh in a one-on-one during Brighton's fast start and generally kept the deficit at a single goal while Forest chased an equaliser. The second goal only came after a late defensive mix-up between him and Morato, leaving him helpless as Stefanos Tzimas scored. Sels made three saves on Sunday, raising his total to 43 in 13 Premier League appearances this campaign. He will look to show a better figure against Wolves on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves for win Sels recorded three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 win against Liverpool.

Impact Sels only had to make three saves to earn a surprise clean sheet at Anfield during Saturday's rout. The goalkeeper wasn't overly tested at any point throughout the match and earned a clean sheet in one of the toughest stadiums on the calendar. Sels has plenty of upside moving forward, especially with Nottingham Forest seemingly figuring out their early season woes.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in win Sels made two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 3-1 win against Leeds United.

Impact Sels was alert to gather an Ethan Ampadu long throw that skipped through the box early on. In the 77th minute, he parried Daniel James' curling effort as Leeds United pushed to equalize. He stayed composed on late crosses to protect the lead but still has to find his first shutout of the season for Forest. Sels will look to earn his first clean sheet of the campaign against Liverpool after the break on Nov. 22.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in draw Sels made four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester United.

Impact Sels repelled four of six Manchester United shots on target Saturday as Nottingham Forest conceded late in a 2-2 draw. In three starting appearances under new gaffer Sean Dyche, the veteran keeper has produced eight saves and four clearances while allowing four goals and recording one clean sheet. Sels is likely to be in net Sunday when Nottingham Forest resume league play versus Leeds United.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Concedes two in loss Sels had three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Sels endured a difficult outing in the 0-2 loss Sunday at AFC Bournemouth. He conceded a freak "Olympico" corner swing for the opener from Marcus Tavernier, which he should have saved, and was then beaten again 15 minutes later as Bournemouth's momentum and confidence surged. The regular starter is not having a distinguishing season, he is yet to post a clean sheet and will struggle to improve upon that in Forest's next against a resurgent Manchester United.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three goals allowed Sels made three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Sels let in three goals while making just three saves during the loss to Chelsea. He's struggled for effective results after eight matches played, letting in 15 goals with just 28 saves, failing to keep a clean sheet.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records seven saves Sels registered seven saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Newcastle United.

Impact Even with multiple goals conceded, Sels can take a little pride in that he faced a tough Newcastle team that logged almost double-digit shots on target and still saved more than 75 percent of them. After the international break, Nottingham Forest's team hosts Chelsea on Oct. 18.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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