Glasner on Savona set-back, making City Ground 'a fortress' and transfers

Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner addressed the media ahead of the team's upcoming Premier League match against Leeds United at City Ground. He confirmed that Ryan Yates and Nicolo Savona are currently out due to injury, but he will have 23 fit players available for selection. Savona, who underwent surgery in March, is making progress and should return to action in a couple of weeks.

Glasner expressed confidence in his team's readiness for their first competitive match under his leadership, noting that the players have adapted well to the new system. He acknowledged that the team is not at 100% fitness, but remains optimistic about their progress.

Looking ahead to Leeds United, Glasner expects a physically strong and set-piece efficient opponent, who ranked second in running distance and won the most balls under pressure in the previous season. The pre-season friendlies have demonstrated the fans' passion and support for the team.

Glasner emphasized the importance of fighting for every ball, as the fans expect the team to do so. He reiterated that the City Ground will serve as their fortress if they continue to put in the effort.

In terms of transfers, Glasner remains confident in securing two more high-quality players before the end of the transfer window. He is particularly interested in players with Champions League experience and many caps for their respective countries, similar to Xaver Schlager and Ousmane Diomande.

Glasner commented on the current European football climate, expressing his humility and aligning with the team's ambition without being overly ambitious. He believes the fans will maintain realistic expectations if they are provided with accurate information, and that the team has ambitious goals for the coming seasons.