Daniel Muñoz Joins Forest
Nottingham Forest complete £22 million transfer for Crystal Palace defender Daniel Muñoz.
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Muñoz was Man of the Match in Crystal Palace's 1-0 FA Cup final victory over Manchester City, underscoring his key role in Glasner's trophy-winning side.
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At Palace, Muñoz made 109 Premier League appearances, with 105 of those coming under Glasner, underscoring the trust the manager placed in him.
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Prior to Palace, Muñoz played 122 games for Genk, scoring 16 goals and helping them win the Belgian Cup in 2021; he has 51 Colombia caps.
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Palace recently signed Anan Khalaili from Union Saint-Gilloise, paving the way for Muñoz's departure to Forest.
Nottingham Forest have signed Colombia international Daniel Muñoz from Crystal Palace for about £22 million on a three-year deal with an option for a fourth year BeIN Sports. The 30-year-old right-back reunites with head coach Oliver Glasner, whom he played under at Palace where they won the FA Cup, Community Shield, and UEFA Conference League together.
Muñoz was a key player in Glasner's trophy-winning side at Palace, making 105 Premier League appearances under the manager. His move strengthens Forest as they look to build on last season's success and compete in both the Premier League and European competition 101 Great Goals.
A Proven Performer in Glasner's System
Muñoz made 109 total Premier League appearances for Crystal Palace, with 105 of those coming under Glasner BeIN Sports. The manager clearly trusted him as a cornerstone defender. Muñoz also earned 51 caps for Colombia, demonstrating his quality at international level.
Before joining Palace, Muñoz played 122 games for Belgian club Genk, scoring 16 goals from defense and helping them win the Belgian Cup in 2021 101 Great Goals. His consistent performances across multiple leagues make him a low-risk signing for Forest.
Palace's Trophy Success Highlights Muñoz's Impact
Under Glasner at Crystal Palace, Muñoz won the FA Cup, Community Shield, and UEFA Conference League Yahoo News. He was particularly influential in Palace's FA Cup run, earning Man of the Match honors in the 1-0 final victory over Manchester City. These trophy wins demonstrate what Muñoz can deliver at the highest level.
Forest Target Palace Goalkeeper in Double Raid
Nottingham Forest have also made a bid for Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson, indicating a potential second signing from Glasner's former club 101 Great Goals. Crystal Palace recently signed Anan Khalaili from Union Saint-Gilloise, which helped pave the way for Muñoz's departure. Forest appear keen to raid their former manager's squad for proven performers.
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