‘We are going to need all the players’ – Nuno
Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo says he will need all of his squad between now and the end of the season if they are to qualify for Europe.
Forest remain third in the Premier League but are being chased down by reigning champions Manchester City and Chelsea in fifth.
“We are going to need all of the players,” said Nuno. “Nobody should disconnect and we try to make sure that everybody is involved.
“There’s no other way. Players must be patient, responsible and respectful for who’s playing.”
That includes Monday’s FA Cup fifth-round tie at home against Ipswich Town, in which Matz Sels is expected to return to the matchday line-up following Carlos Miguel’s injury.
Experienced goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey is not “the best decision” added Nuno.
“I think Matz should start again. It’s very difficult for a goalkeeper to come into the team. Wayne [Hennessey] is doing a fantastic job but he got injured last season so it’s about getting him back.”
Following Monday’s game, Forest host Manchester City in an encounter which could have big consequences in the battle for Champions League qualification.
