Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Daniel Munoz from Crystal Palace in a transfer worth a minimum of £22 million. The Colombia international has received clearance to undergo his medical examination before finalising his move to the City Ground.
The agreement reunites Munoz with Forest manager Oliver Glasner, who previously managed the full-back during his tenure at Selhurst Park. According to reports from football media outlets, Glasner was instrumental in driving the transfer, with Munoz eager to work with his former boss once again.
Negotiations had been progressing over several days and gained momentum following Palace's heavy 4-1 defeat to Manchester City on Friday. Talks were described as close to completion, with both clubs working to finalise terms before the transfer window deadline on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
How much is the deal worth?
The transfer package totals a minimum of £22 million, though external reporting indicated negotiations were progressing over a deal potentially worth up to £25 million. The structure comprises an initial £20 million with a further £2 million in performance-related add-ons, according to earlier accounts of the negotiations.
What is Munoz's background at Palace?
Munoz arrived at Crystal Palace from Belgian club Genk in 2024 and rapidly established himself as a key performer for the Eagles. The 30-year-old right-back played a vital role in Palace's remarkable achievements under Glasner, contributing to the club's historic FA Cup and Europa Conference League successes. He has made 109 appearances for Palace, scoring 11 goals, and featured in their opening Premier League fixture—a 2-0 defeat at Everton—though he was unused in the subsequent loss to Manchester City.
With just under two years remaining on his current contract, Palace determined that selling the player this summer was the appropriate course of action. The club had already strengthened their defensive options by signing Anan Khalaili, an Israel international, from Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise earlier in the transfer window, positioning him to assume Munoz's role in the team under manager Pierre Sage.
What other signings is Forest pursuing?
Beyond the Munoz acquisition, Nottingham Forest have launched an ambitious bid to recruit Everton's teenage midfielder Harrison Armstrong. The club has tabled an offer of £40 million plus a potential sell-on clause for the 19-year-old prospect. Forest's pursuit of Armstrong forms part of a broader summer recruitment strategy, with the deadline for completing transfers fast approaching.
What happens next?
Munoz will proceed with his medical examination at Nottingham Forest before the transfer is formally registered. The completion of this deal is expected before the transfer window closes on 1 September 2026, with all parties working to ensure the paperwork is finalised in time.
