Nottingham Forest have secured the services of Daniel Munoz, the former Crystal Palace right wing‑back, in a transfer that is reported to be worth as much as £22 million. The 30‑year‑old Colombian international signs a three‑year contract with the club, with an option to extend for a fourth season, reuniting him with his old manager Oliver Glasner, who now leads Forest at the City Ground.
The move comes after Palace opened the door for Munoz’s departure by acquiring Anan Khalaili from Belgian side Union Saint‑Gilloise. This deal enables the Eagles to make a profit on a player they originally bought from Genk for £8.5 million in January 2024. Munoz had been a pivotal figure in Palace’s recent successes, playing a key role in their victorious runs in both the UEFA Conference League and the FA Cup.
Speaking to Forest’s official website, Munoz expressed his gratitude and excitement about the new chapter in his career: "I’m really thankful. First of all, to God, for life, for another great opportunity, and to this management which has faith in my skill and my talent. I’m really excited and I can’t wait to get out on the pitch so I can help my new teammates achieve all the objectives for this season." He went on to praise the club’s winning mentality, adding, "This is a winning club. I think that when this is the expectation, the mentality, both for the management and the technical team, and for the players, this makes it special." Munoz also spoke warmly about his relationship with Glasner, noting, "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.
What he did with our previous club, I have a lot of respect and a lot of admiration for him." The reunion is expected to help Forest strengthen their right flank, offering pace, defensive solidity and attacking thrust. While Forest celebrate the arrival of Munoz, Crystal Palace have signalled that they are not looking to offload any further players to the Nottingham side before the transfer window shuts.
Recent rumors suggested Forest had made an approach for Palace’s goalkeeper and captain Dean Henderson, but Sky Sports News confirmed that the club will not allow Henderson to leave before the deadline, emphasizing the importance of stability in goal for the Eagles. Palace, meanwhile, are focused on supporting their new head coach Pierre Sage as the summer window draws to a close. In other transfer chatter, Forest are reportedly eyeing Newcastle United forward Jacob Murphy as a potential late‑season signing.
The interest in Murphy arises as Forest search for additional attacking options after the departure of Omari Hutchinson to AC Milan. Although Newcastle have not been formally approached, both Forest and Everton have shown interest in the English international, while Newcastle themselves are scouting for reinforcements, with Lille’s Matias Fernandes Pardo and Stuttgart’s Bilal El Khannouss among the names linked to the Magpies. In addition to the Murphy saga, there are ongoing negotiations involving former Forest striker Arnaud Kalimuendo. The French forward, who spent the latter half of last season on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt, is now in talks for a possible return to Forest on another loan deal, potentially with an option to buy.
Kalimuendo was omitted from Forest’s matchday squad for the 2‑2 draw with Liverpool on Saturday, fueling speculation about his future role at the club. Another transfer that fell through this week was Forest’s pursuit of Everton midfielder Harrison Armstrong. After Forest made an approach, the Everton board unanimously decided to keep the player, effectively ending the deal.
Elsewhere in the Premier League, Crystal Palace are close to finalising a season‑long loan for Atalanta winger Honest Ahanor, with a view to a permanent move to Chelsea next summer. Chelsea are reportedly willing to pay around £40 million for Ahanor, but a loan from Chelsea to Palace is not possible because defender Axel Disasi is already on loan at Selhurst Park. On the outgoing side for Palace, Ismaila Sarr has expressed a desire to leave before the window closes, though the club maintains that he is not for sale and remains under contract until 2029.
Liverpool have shown interest in the Senegal international, joining a list of potential targets that also includes Brighton’s Yankuba Minteh. Sarr has missed Palace’s opening two league fixtures due to injury, adding another layer of complexity to his transfer situation.
The transfer window will close on Tuesday at 11 pm, and clubs across the league are racing to finalize deals. Forest’s acquisition of Munoz is a significant boost to their squad, providing a familiar face for Glasner and adding depth to the right side of the pitch. The club’s broader transfer strategy appears focused on strengthening the attack, with possible moves for Jacob Murphy and a renewed loan for Kalimuendo, while also navigating the departure of key players like Hutchinson. Fans can stay updated on the latest developments through Sky Sports’ WhatsApp channel, which offers real-time news, video highlights, in‑depth analysis and more.
Additionally, the platform is promoting a Super 6 competition where participants can enter for free for a chance to win £1 million, adding a touch of excitement to the busy transfer period. Overall, Daniel Munoz’s move back to Forest under the guidance of Oliver Glasner marks a notable storyline in this summer’s transfer market, blending familiarity with fresh ambition as both player and club aim to achieve success in the upcoming season.