Nikola Milenković
NFO
Center Back
Controlled Center Back
Oct 12, 1997 (29)
Right
6'5"
198 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Returns to bench against Arsenal
Milenkovic (knee) is available off the bench for Sunday's Premier League clash against Arsenal after recovering from a knee injury.
Analysis: Milenkovic returns to Nottingham Forest's matchday squad after recently resuming team training following several weeks on the sidelines. The Serbian center-back had been recovering from a hamstring injury before suffering a knee bone bruise during a behind-closed-doors friendly against Swansea City, which also ruled him out against Crystal Palace. His inclusion on the bench represents a positive step toward regaining match fitness, although his minutes could initially be managed. Ousmane Diomande, Jair Cunha and Murillo have been handed the starting roles in Forest's three-man defense against Arsenal, leaving Milenkovic as a substitute option as he works toward full fitness.
Hits post in 1-0 defeat
Milenkovic recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Leeds United.
Analysis: Milenkovic hit the post during a 1-0 defeat, that chance going in could have been crucial to gaining a result against Leeds. The defender took two shots in the game, something he only managed four times in the league last year. The defender also made a massive seven clearances in the game although did concede three fouls.
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