Glasner discusses squad fitness and Leeds United challenge ahead of opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner addressed the media prior to Saturday's Premier League match against Leeds United. Ryan Yates and Nicolo Savona will miss the match, though Glasner has a pool of 23 fit players available. He mentioned Savona is recovering from a minor set-back following knee surgery, aiming to return to full training soon. Glasner expressed confidence in his players' readiness and highlighted Leeds as a strong opponent. He anticipates adding one or two players with Champions League experience before the transfer window closes. Glasner remains realistic about the team's ambitions in the upcoming season.
- •Ryan Yates and Nicolo Savona ruled out for the match against Leeds United.
- •Glasner expects a competitive challenge from a physically strong Leeds side.
- •Savona's recovery is ongoing; he should return to training in weeks.
- •Forest targets two more players with Champions League experience during transfer window.
- •Glasner emphasizes building a strong home environment at City Ground.
- 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — Glasner on Savona set-back, making City Ground 'a fortress' and transfers
"Nottingham Forest boss Oliver Glasner has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League opener against Leeds United at the City Ground (kick-off 15:00 BST). Ryan Yates and Nicolo Savona have been ruled out but he will still have the pick of "23 other fit on-field players" for his matchday squad. On what he is expecting "very good" Leeds United to bring: "They play very physically, they are top at set pieces, they were second in running distance and they won the most balls under pressure last season."
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