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Luca Netz - Scores in Sunday's friendly Netz scored Nottingham Forest's second goal in Sunday's match against Brest, with Jak Netting of Roundtable Sports reporting he made a superb finish after a buildup involving Callu...

Impact Netz is fit to play in the upcoming Premier League season, and the goal is a notable attacking contribution from the defender as he continues to settle in with Nottingham Forest. He's not guaranteed to earn a starting job though, as he competes with Neco Williams at left wing-back. When Netz saw some action towards the end of last season, most of his production came from defensive stats, with that output including 12 tackles and nine clearances across 307 minutes of league play.

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Morgan Gibbs-White - Set to retain key role for Nottingham Gibbs-White is expected to remain with Nottingham Forest after manager Oliver Glasner said Monday it would have been "crazy" to sell him this summer and revealed a "non-verbal agre...

Impact Gibbs-White's role and availability as a top attacking asset appear unchanged based on Glasner's comments, making him one of the squad's greatest threats for the 2026/27 season. He'll look to extend his playmaking and finishing impact from the final stretch of the previous campaign, when he produced eight goals and two assists across his last 10 official appearances in all competitions.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Wood - Starts, scores penalty vs. Brest Wood (thigh) returned to the starting lineup and scored a penalty in Sunday's friendly against Stade Brestois, a positive sign ahead of the season opener against Leeds United, the...

Impact Wood had already been expected to be available after coach Oliver Glasner said the club was taking no risks following a difficult last season, describing his recent issue as more of a precaution after a very minor muscle injury. His 2025-26 campaign was disrupted by injury, limiting him to 15 Premier League appearances and three goals, a sharp fall from the 20 he scored the year before, and this return marks an encouraging step forward. New Zealand's group stage exit at the World Cup had already brought him back early, and Wood is expected to build toward a regular role under new coach Glasner as the season approaches.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Steven Benda - Signs one year deal with Forest Benda signed a one year contract with Nottingham Forest, with an option for a further year, joining from Fulham, according to the club.

Impact Benda spent the past three seasons at Fulham, including two loan spells last season, first at Championship side Millwall for six months before moving to Feyenoord in the Eredivisie for the second half of the campaign. The 27 year old German goalkeeper, who came through Swansea City's academy and made his Championship debut in 2020, now joins Forest to add depth to the goalkeeping group.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luca Netz - Feeling fit, ready for season Netz said he feels fit and ready for the coming season after playing 45 minutes in Wednesday's 2-1 preseason win over Bayer Leverkusen, the club announced. "Personally, I feel read...

Impact Netz has been a regular fixture for Nottingham Forest throughout preseason ahead of the Premier League campaign, continuing to build match fitness under new coach Oliver Glasner. The win, Glasner's first in charge at the City Ground, came courtesy of Arnaud Kalimuendo flicking in a late Netz free kick after Patrik Schick had canceled out Dan Ndoye's opener. Netz is expected to continue building toward a regular role as the new season approaches.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Wood - Likely available for final friendly Wood (thigh) is expected to be available for Sunday's friendly against Stade Brestois, according to Roundtable.

Impact Wood had withdrawn from the starting lineup for the earlier match against Udinese as a precaution after feeling something in his thigh, with coach Oliver Glasner downplaying the issue as nothing serious at the time. His planned return in Forest's final preseason outing is an encouraging sign given his history with a serious knee injury that limited him for much of last season, and his continued recovery will be worth tracking as the club wraps up its preseason preparations.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ousmane Diomande - Plays first half in Forest debut Diomande played the first half of Wednesday's 2-1 friendly win over Leverkusen for his first minutes as a Forest player, according to the club.

Impact Diomande made 132 appearances across all competitions during three seasons at Sporting, helping the club win back to back league titles and reach the Champions League quarterfinals last season, where he played every minute of both legs in the defeat to Arsenal. His debut comes shortly after his summer move to Forest, and this first taste of action gives an early look at his integration into the squad as he begins the next chapter of his career.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Taiwo Awoniyi - Comes off bench in friendly Awoniyi (groin) started the second half of Wednesday's friendly match against Leverkusen.

Impact Awoniyi didn't play in the friendly against Udinese earlier this month due to groin discomfort, but he's healthy enough to play in this match. The striker should add depth upfront, though he might be in line for a bigger role to open the 2025/26 campaign if Chris Wood (thigh) isn't ready for the opener against Leeds United on Saturday, Aug. 22.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting's Diomande seals switch to Nottingham Forest After impressing during his time with Sporting CP, Ousmane Diomande has become the latest name to join Oliver Glasner at Nottingham Forest.

AUGUST 11 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Ousmane Diomande - Signs four year deal with Forest Diomande has signed a four year contract with Nottingham Forest, with an option for a further year, joining from Sporting CP, according to the club. Chief football officer George S...

Impact Diomande made 132 appearances across all competitions during three seasons at Sporting, helping the club win back to back league titles and reach the Champions League quarterfinals last season, where he played every minute of both legs in the defeat to Arsenal. The 22 year old Ivory Coast international, who won the 2024 AFCON title and earned 15 caps for his country, featured at this summer's World Cup, and now brings that experience to Forest's defense as he begins the next chapter of his career.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Wood - Spotted walking fine Monday Wood (thigh) appeared to be walking fine at a cricket outing, according to Jak Netting of VAVEL.

Impact Wood had withdrawn from the starting lineup for the match against Udinese as a precaution after feeling something in his thigh during warmups, with coach Oliver Glasner already downplaying the issue as nothing serious. This latest sighting is an encouraging sign, given his history with a serious knee injury that limited him for much of last season, and his continued recovery will be worth tracking as Forest progresses through preseason.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Taiwo Awoniyi - Suffers groin discomfort Awoniyi felt something in his groin ahead of Saturday's match against Udinese, leading to a precautionary withdrawal, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per Roundtable. "Taiwo shou...

Impact Awoniyi finished last season with four goals and one assist across 17 Premier League appearances, playing a secondary role behind the club's other forward options. Manager Glasner's comments suggest this is a minor precaution rather than a genuine injury concern, and Awoniyi should be available in the short term as Forest continues its preseason preparations.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Wood - Dealing with thigh issue Wood withdrew from the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Udinese as a precaution after feeling something in his thigh, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per Roundtable....

Impact Wood had recently joined his teammates at Forest's preseason camp in Portugal after an extended break following the World Cup with New Zealand, where he started all three matches and set up two goals in the opening draw with Iran. Given his history with a serious knee injury that limited him for much of last season, the club's cautious approach here is understandable, and manager Glasner's comments suggest this is nothing more than a minor precaution as Forest continues its preseason preparations.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Callum Hudson-Odoi - Active Saturday Hudson-Odoi (quadriceps) reappeared in a friendly game against Udinese on Saturday.

Impact Hudson-Odoi returned to the field after being inactive since mid-April, strengthening his team's offense as they prepare for the 2026/27 period. He'll now join the contention for wide attacking spots with Omari Hutchinson and Dan Ndoye and could push for occasional set pieces if given a significant role. However, Hudson-Odoi has just logged his first minutes of pre-season play and could still see some rotation before establishing himself as a starter.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Murillo - Returns in practice game Murillo (hamstring) saw action in Saturday's offseason matchup against Barcelona.

Impact Murillo was included as part of a potential first-unit lineup to face the La Liga champions, confirming he's ready for his regular workload following his injury recovery. The central defender will aim to be favored over Morato in the initial stages of the season, in which case he'll be one of his side's most reliable sources of defensive output, having posted averages of 5.2 clearances and 4.1 ball recoveries per game last season.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Dan Ndoye - Set for new season at Forest Ndoye is back at Nottingham Forest's training facilities for preseason, according to the club.

Impact Ndoye's arrival comes after a strong extended run with Switzerland at the World Cup, and new coach Oliver Glasner had previously said his return would be delayed given the long tournament, with the club taking a measured approach for players coming off deep World Cup runs. His involvement now shifts focus to preseason preparations, and he is expected to be gradually reintegrated into full training as he settles back in with the squad.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting CP vs Nottingham Forest Prediction and Betting Tips | July 31st 2026 Premier League side Nottingham Forest's pre-season campaign in Portugal continues this Friday, as they face off with Sporting CP at the Estadio Algarve in a friendly match.

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Dan Ndoye - Set to join preseason training Ndoye will join Nottingham Forest's preseason training next week following his extended run with Switzerland at the World Cup, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per Jak Netting. "...

Impact Ndoye's late return comes after a strong tournament with Switzerland, and the winger's pace, directness and eye for goal make him an important attacking option once he links up with the squad. His delayed involvement is in line with the club's approach for players coming off deep World Cup runs. Ndoye is expected to be gradually reintegrated into training once he arrives in Nottingham.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahim Sangare - Signs new deal until 2029 Sangare has signed a new contract with Nottingham Forest that will keep him at the club until the summer of 2029, the club announced.

Impact The Ivory Coast international has been a mainstay in Forest's midfield since arriving from PSV in 2023, and the 2025/26 season was his most productive yet in a Forest shirt, making 43 appearances across all competitions. He featured 14 times in the Europa League and would have played in every match of that historic run had a minor injury not sidelined him for the semifinal, while adding 28 Premier League appearances with two goals and two assists. Known for his defensive ability, as well as his capacity to break up play and progress the ball forward, Sangare's influence at the club has steadily grown since his debut against Burnley in September 2023, and the new deal sees his stay on Trentside extended until June 2029.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahim Sangare - Ready for new season with Forest Sangare is back training with Nottingham Forest after the World Cup, according to the club.

Impact Sangare made 28 Premier League appearances last season, contributing two goals and two assists, before adding an assist for Ivory Coast at the World Cup, finding Nicolas Pepe for the winning goal against Curacao in his first goal contribution of the tournament. He also chipped in defensively at the World Cup with two six interceptions, 13 tackles and six clearances in four games, and his return to club training now shifts the focus to preseason preparations as Forest looks to build on last season's difficult campaign.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

England's Elliot Anderson Joins Manchester City In $155 Million Transfer

Manchester City officially completed the signing of England midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest on Thursday for a reported 116...

JULY 23 • FOX SPORTS

England's Elliot Anderson Joins Manchester City In $155 Million Transfer

Aston Villa gets Garnacho on loan from Chelsea days after record sale of Rogers

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JULY 23 • Associated Press

Xaver Schlager - Signs with Nottingham Forest Schlager signed a two year deal with Nottingham Forest after departing RB Leipzig, the club announced.

Impact Schlager spent the past four seasons at Leipzig, serving as vice captain last season, and started all four of Austria's matches at this summer's World Cup to reach 55 caps for his country. The midfielder began his career at Red Bull Salzburg, helping the club reach the Europa League semifinal in 2017-18, before a move to Germany that saw him make close to 200 appearances across seven seasons, including 15 in the Champions League. He reunites with manager Oliver Glasner, having previously worked under him during a two year spell at Wolfsburg that included Champions League qualification. Schlager is expected to bring energy, pressing intensity and midfield leadership to Nottingham Forest as the club targets a return to European competition.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Wood - Joins squad in Portugal Wood joined his Nottingham Forest teammates at the club's preseason training camp in Portugal, the club announced.

Impact Wood took an extended break following his participation with New Zealand at the World Cup, where he started all three matches and set up two goals in an opening 2-2 draw with Iran before the All Whites were eliminated following losses to Egypt and Belgium. His arrival in the Algarve gives him the chance to link up with the squad ahead of upcoming friendlies against Vitoria and Sporting CP. Forest have already opened preseason with a win over Blackburn Rovers. Wood is expected to build toward match fitness as he begins preparations for the new campaign.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 22 • FOX SPORTS

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