Nottingham Forest have officially announced the signing of Colombian international right-back Daniel Muñoz. The 30-year-old defender joins the club on a three-year contract, which includes an option for an additional season, marking a significant reinforcement for the City Ground squad.
A Decorated Spell at Crystal Palace
Muñoz arrives in Nottingham following a highly successful tenure at Crystal Palace, where he established himself as a key figure under manager Oliver Glasner. Since joining the Eagles from Belgian side Genk in January 2024, he quickly became a fixture in the starting lineup. His time in London was defined by major silverware, including an FA Cup title, a Community Shield victory, and the UEFA Conference League trophy.
- FA Cup HeroicsDuring the 2024/25 campaign, Muñoz played a pivotal role in Palace’s historic FA Cup win, providing the assist for the decisive goal in a 1-0 final victory against Manchester City and earning Player of the Match honors.
- Consistent ImpactLast season, the full-back recorded four goals and three assists in 29 Premier League appearances, while featuring 46 times across all competitions during the club’s successful European run.
- Individual RecognitionHis standout performances throughout the 2024/25 season saw him named Crystal Palace’s Player of the Season.
Career Background and International Pedigree
Before his transition to the Premier League, Muñoz spent nearly four years in Belgium with Genk, joining in 2020. During that stint, he demonstrated his offensive capabilities by scoring 16 goals in 122 appearances and helping the team secure the Belgian Cup in 2021. His professional journey began in his native Colombia, where he debuted for Águilas Doradas in 2017 before moving to Atlético Nacional in 2019.
On the international stage, Muñoz has earned 51 caps for Colombia since his 2021 debut. He has represented his nation at two Copa América tournaments and was a member of the squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ambitions at the City Ground
Expressing his enthusiasm for the move, Muñoz highlighted the talent within the Nottingham Forest squad and the club’s winning mentality. He noted, “I’m really excited because I can see so much talent; Forest is a team with great players, great qualities, and great skills on the pitch. I can’t wait to get out there to help my new teammates.”
Muñoz further emphasized his attraction to the club’s trajectory, stating, “This is a winning club. It has competed hard, reaching the semi-finals of the Europa League, and I believe it has even greater objectives for the future. That is exactly why I decided to come here.” The report also notes that muñoz moved to Selhurst Park from Belgian side Genk in January 2024 and soon established himself as a regular in the Palace side.
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