Nottingham Forest will continue their preparations for the season ahead with a friendly against Spanish La Liga side Real Betis on Saturday at the Estadio Nuevo Mirador Algeciras.
The Reds began their pre-season campaign in fine fashion, thrashing Lincoln Red Imps 5-0 earlier this week. And manager Aitor Karanka will be hoping that his side continues to impress against the La Liga outfit, as they look to get into good shape ahead of the 2018/19 season.
Here’s how Karanka might set his team up against the Spaniards in their second pre-season fixture of the summer.
The Romanian goalkeeper arrived this summer from Watford FC and should be in line to make his first appearance for the club on Saturday.
The young right-back impressed in the win over Lincoln, netting in the first period. Should get another chance to prove himself against Betis.
The veteran centre-half featured in the second period last game but should be set to make his first start post his return to his boyhood club this summer.
Partnering the 34-year-old Dawson in the heart of the defence should be the 24-year-old Thomas Lam, who returned after a loan spell with Dutch side Twente.
The versatile 23-year-old was a great outlet down the left-hand side against Lincoln, after having come on as a second half substitute and should be in the starting XI on Saturday.
One of the goalscorers from the impressive win on Wednesday, the promising 20-year-old should once again feature from the get-go for Forest.
Having come in as a half-time substitute last time out, the midfielder made a solid impression and got his name on the scoresheet as well. Should warrant a spot in the starting XI.
The AS Monaco loanee wasn’t part of the starting XI last game but showed glimpses of potential after coming on as a sub in the second half. Should get the nod on the right flank.
The 21-year-old Portuguese was one of the brightest sparks for Forest in the first pre-season friendly. Karanka should stick with him in the No.10 role as he looks to build a team around Joao’s creative abilities.
Another summer arrival, the loanee from Benfica stood out against Lincoln with his delicate first touch and the penchant for running at defenders from the wide areas. Should be retained in the line-up.
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The young forward is highly-rated within the club and should be given a chance from the kick-off to make an impression for the senior team.
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