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Stuck on bench Yates has been an unused substitute in each of Nottingham Forest's last four Premier League matches.

Impact Yates was left out of the matchday squad entirely for the season opener against Leeds United, with manager Oliver Glasner citing squad numbers rather than injury. He sits behind Nicolas Dominguez, Ibrahim Sangare and Xaver Schlager in the midfield pecking order, leaving him without a clear route into the XI. The captain will likely need injuries or cup rotation to force his way back into contention.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench role Yates (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Liverpool.

Impact Yates returned to the matchday squad after coach Oliver Glasner confirmed he was fit and available following absences from both the Carabao Cup tie against Leeds United and the Premier League opener. The midfielder had also missed the final preseason friendly, and while Glasner opted against handing him a starting role immediately, his presence among the substitutes adds a useful depth option in a midfield already featuring Nicolas Dominguez, Ibrahim Sangare and Xaver Schlager.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Fit and available Yates (undisclosed) is fit and available for Saturday's clash against Liverpool, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per BBC Nottingham Sport.

Impact Yates had missed a second straight competitive match after being left out for both the Carabao Cup tie against Leeds United and the Premier League opener, following an earlier absence from the final preseason friendly. His return now positions him to compete for a midfield role alongside Nicolas Dominguez, Ibrahim Sangare and Xaver Schlager as Forest looked to build depth in that area.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Tuesday Yates (undisclosed) will remain unavailable for Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash against Leeds United, according to coach Oliver Glasner.

Impact Yates will miss a second straight competitive match after also being left out of the squad for the Premier League opener against Leeds. The midfielder had previously missed the final preseason friendly after featuring against Bayer Leverkusen, and his return date remains unclear. Yates is expected to provide midfield depth this season, though Nicolas Dominguez, Ibrahim Sangare and Xaver Schlager remain among the options competing for roles in the middle of the park.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Leeds United Yates (undisclosed) will not be part of Nottingham Forest's matchday squad for Saturday's season opener against Leeds, according to coach Oliver Glasner. "Yates and Savona won't ma...

Impact Yates had already missed Forest's final preseason friendly against Brest after playing 45 minutes against Bayer Leverkusen, and his exclusion here appears more about squad numbers than injury given manager Oliver Glasner's framing. The midfielder is expected to play a rotational role this season, with Nicolas Dominguez, Ibrahim Sangare and Xaver Schlager ahead of him in the midfield pecking order.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Yates assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-1 victory versus Burnley.

Impact Yates came off the bench and contributed in just 14 minutes, delivering a cross to set up Morgan Gibbs-White's third goal and register his second league assist of the season. The midfielder has seen his role significantly reduced in the league this season, making only one league start compared to 18 in the previous campaign.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

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Suffers finger issue Yates suffered a dislocated finger during Thursday's 2-1 defeat against Fenerbahce in the Europa League but that will not sideline him moving forward, coach Vitor Perreira said in...

Impact Yates was forced off at halftime in Thursday's Europa League loss to Fenerbahce after dislocating a finger. New manager Vitor Pereira said the midfielder should be available going forward, though the situation will continue to be monitored. Even if he were to miss time, it would not shake up the starting XI, as he has primarily filled a rotational role for Forest this season.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 22 • Associated Press

Unused substitute Saturday Yates (hamstring) was an unused substitute in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Arsenal, confirming he is an option moving forward.

Impact Yates cleared the hamstring injury that made him miss all the game since early November as he was available off bench against Arsenal on Saturday. Yates has been mainly a bench option for Forest this season in the midfield and is expected to hold that role moving forward now that he is an option again.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Working on grass Yates (hamstring) is making good progress and working on grass with the sports science team, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to Jak Netting from Vavel. "Ryan...

Impact Yates is making good progress in the rehabilitation of a hamstring injury since he is currently working on grass with the sports science team. The midfielder is likely still several weeks away from making his return to the match squad, but his progression is a good sign according to coach Sean Dyche. Yates is expected to hold a rotational role for Forest once fully back fit, therefore his absence has a minor impact on the starting XI.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Makes progress in recovery Yates (hamstring) is making progress as he continues to work towards his return from injury, with manager Sean Dyche saying "I said it would be weeks rather than days but he is mak...

Impact Yates picked up the injury during a Dec. 6 game versus Everton, and his rehabilitation went slightly faster than expected. He's still unlikely to return to the pitch, perhaps aiming to be an option in January. The midfielder was a regular substitute earlier in the season, serving as backup to Ibrahim Sangare, Elliot Anderson and Douglas Luiz.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for sidelines Yates (hamstring) is set for the sidelines due to the injury he suffered against Everton, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to Jak Netting from Vavel. "Ryan ha...

Impact Yates suffered a hamstring injury in Saturday's clash against the Toffees that won't require a surgery but still make him miss several games since coach Sean Dyche expects the injury to be a slow one. The captain of Forest has mainly been a bench option this season, therefore his absence won't force any changes in the starting squad.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early Yates was forced off the field in the 62nd minute of Saturday's match against Everton due to an apparent injury.

Impact Yates hit the sidelines after a short day of play Saturday, coming on the field at halftime but exiting just 17 minutes later due to an injury. The midfielder has only started in three of his 15 appearances this campaign, so this is a minor loss, although they will hope his injuries are small and he can continue as a rotational option in the coming games.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from cross Yates assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester United.

Impact Yates entered Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester United as a first-half substitute after Douglas Luiz was forced off due to injury. The midfielder's pinpoint cross setup the first Nottingham Forest goal and marked his first goal contribution of the campaign. With Luiz's fitness a question mark and Dilane Bakwa remaining without a timetable for return, Yates is likely to be competing with Ibrahim Sangare for minutes in the Nottingham Forest midfield.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 18, 2025 • YOUTUBE

First start of the season Yates made his first start during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Swansea in the Carabao Cup.

Impact Yates was a consistent part of the squad last season, but has been very limited in the 2025/26 campaign. He got his first start of the season in the Carabao Cup and played well, but couldn't stave off elimination. With the cup exit, Yates could find minutes tough to come by, as he's likely set for a minor role in the Premier League.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent part of Forest squad Yates started 18 games of the 35 he played in for Nottingham Forest, with two goals and one assist from 33 shots or 18 chances created.

Impact Yates matched his 35 Premier League games played in the 2023/24 season when Nottingham Forest were first promoted. He started in 18 of these games, but did score two goals this season. Both of his goals came in away matches against Newcastle and Leicester. Between the end of September and the middle of December, he started 11 games in a row and outside of this run, he started no more than two games in a row. His only assist of the season came in a crucial 1-0 victory against Manchester United, which helped Forest secure European football for next season. Yates faced strong competition in midfield from Elliot Anderson and Nicolas Dominguez.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Registers first assist Yates assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Manchester United.

Impact Yates was primarily entrusted with defensive duties in Tuesday's win against Manchester United, but was still able to contribute in attack. In 90 minutes played, the midfielder tallied one assist, made six passes into the final third, in addition to making two interceptions and winning eight of his 13 duels. The assist was Yates' first of the Premier League season, and admittedly, Anthony Elanga did make a run from Nottingham Forest's own half to score the goal once he received Yates' original pass. Still, the 27 year old will be happy to finally notch at least one assist on the season.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 1, 2025 • Associated Press

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Bags late consolation goal Yates scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-3 defeat against Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 92nd minute.

Impact Yates tried to give Forest one last sign of hope as the game came to an end Sunday, scoring in the 90th minute but still falling a goal short of the draw. He did this only appearing off the bench for 14 minutes, now having two goals on the season. He also picked up a yellow card, his seventh of the campaign.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Yates makes it a one-goal game for Forest against Newcastle | Premier League

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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