Video: Manager Philippe Montanier on being satisfied with his squad
Nottingham Forest manager Philippe Montanier wants leaders to steer the Reds to a promotion push this season.
Forest have made seven signings heading into the start of the new season and have their sights set firmly on the Premier League after finishing 16th last season.
Forest start their Sky Bet Championship campaign on Saturday (August 5) against Burton Albion at the City Ground.
Montanier has outlined the need for the entire squad to perform but is satisfied with his team heading into the new season.
It’s good that we start with the first match at home
He said: “I need leaders in my squad; not only one but several who will be out on the pitch to help the team and have a good relationship with me.
“I have those players which is important for the season.
“I’m satisfied with the squad I’ve got at the moment but after three or four matches I will decide for sure if I like the squad as is or need different qualities.”
Nottingham Forest fixtures in August (Sky Bet Championship unless stated)
- Burton Albion (h), Saturday 6th
- Doncaster (a), Tuesday 9th, EFL Cup
- Brighton (a), Friday 12th
- Brentford (a), Tuesday 16th
- Wigan (h), Saturday 20th
- Leeds (h), Saturday 27th
Montanier is preparing the Reds for a hectic start as Forest play six games across two competitions in August.
He said: “It’s good for the fans that we start with the first match at home and it’s a good thing for the players too.
“At the moment, I need all the players we have as part of the squad.
“We have a lot of matches this month and my job is to prepare for these matches that are coming up.”
