Colombian international Daniel Munoz has completed his transfer to Nottingham Forest from Crystal Palace, signing a three-year contract with an option for a further year. The right-back revealed that the presence of manager Oliver Glasner was the primary reason for his move to the City Ground.
Munoz arrives as Forest seek to improve on their current Premier League standing of 15th, having taken just one point from their opening two matches. Their next challenge is a home fixture against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, September 5th, a game where Munoz could make his debut. The club will be without the injured Ibrahim Sangaré and Nicolò Savona for that match.
Daniel Munoz was unequivocal about the central role Oliver Glasner played in his decision. The pair worked together successfully at Crystal Palace, where Glasner delivered the club's first major silverware by winning the FA Cup and the UEFA Conference League in consecutive seasons. "I think that Oliver Glasner is special, I have a very good relationship with him and we did big things together, it was an incredibly special period," Munoz said. He described Glasner as a tireless worker and a winner, stating that shared mentality was a key part of his choice to reunite with the Austrian coach at Forest.
The 29-year-old defender brings considerable Premier League experience and attacking threat from the right flank. Last season at Crystal Palace, Munoz made 46 appearances across all competitions, including 29 in the Premier League. He registered four goals and three assists. At international level, Munoz is an established figure for Colombia, earning 51 caps and featuring in their squad for the 2026 World Cup. His energy and familiarity with Glasner's methods should allow for a swift integration into the team's tactical setup.
Munoz's arrival addresses a key area for a Forest side that has conceded three goals in its first two league games, resulting in a negative goal difference. The team drew with Liverpool but lost to Leeds United on the opening day. Glasner will be looking for more defensive solidity and attacking width as Forest, currently five points behind leaders Manchester City, aim to climb the standings. Munoz's proven fitness and consistency, he was a near-ever-present for Palace last term, will be valuable assets for a squad handling a demanding schedule.
The immediate focus shifts to Saturday's home match against Tottenham Hotspur, who sit 20th in the early table. It presents a significant opportunity for Forest to secure their first win of the campaign. Munoz's three-year deal, with the potential for a fourth, represents a committed investment in a player Glasner knows and trusts implicitly to execute his vision on the pitch.
