EXCLUSIVE 'They know very well what Talisca can do! Elliot Anderson and Gibbs-White are very impressive'

Fenerbahçe, under the management of Domenico Tedesco, will face Nottingham Forest tomorrow night in Kadıköy in the UEFA Europa League Last 16 Round Play-Off first leg. Ahead of the match, Paul Taylor, the Nottingham Forest correspondent of The Athletic, one of the English press, answered the questions of Fanatik's Samet Çayır. Taylor, while talking about Forest's influential players, stated that the English team's priority is to stay in the Premier League, but despite this, they will also fight at a high level in the UEFA Europa League. Here are the questions and the English journalist's answers...

'Postecoglou was a disaster! Nuno has publicly questioned his relationship with Marinakis'

Forest finished 7th in the Premier League last season, but things don't seem to be going so well in the league this season. What are the reasons for that?

"Where to start... It all started with a dispute in the summer between the club's management and Nuno Espirito Santo, the manager who inspired last season's success. Nuno was unhappy with Forest's transfer pace and publicly questioned his relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis.

"It was supposed to be a season full of hope and optimism. But after he stepped down as manager in September, things quickly went downhill. His replacement, Ange Postecoglou, was a disaster and was in charge for only 39 days. What should have been a season of progress and continuous improvement turned into a struggle for survival."

'Vitor Pereira made a positive impression in his first press conference'

Sean Dyche has been sacked and Vitor Pereira has been appointed as the club's new manager. Why was Dyche sacked and what do the fans think of Pereira?

"When Forest were at their best under Dyche, he was efficient and seemed capable of doing his job, but when he was at his worst, he was very, very bad. He never had a good relationship with the fans. The fans didn't like his style of football and, more importantly, the players felt the same way.

Dyche was sacked after a 0-0 draw with Wolves in which they had 35 shots but no goals. It's too soon after Pereira's appointment to draw too many conclusions about what the fans think of Pereira, but he made a very positive first impression in his press conference yesterday."

'Forest's priority is to stay in the Premier League! But they will also give their best in the Europa League'

How does Forest feel about the UEFA Europa League? Is the club's priority to stay in the Premier League? If so, could there be some complacency in the Europa League?

"The priority is definitely to stay in the Premier League. It took Forest 23 years to get back into the top flight of English football and they won't want to sacrifice that without a fight. But that doesn't mean they won't give their best in the Europa League. They have waited 30 years to play on this stage again. This season will be an adventure in that respect. It didn't feel like it most of the time, but Forest still have a strong squad and if the players can fulfill their full potential, they will continue to believe they can go further in the tournament."

'Murillo's situation is uncertain'

Which players will be missing for Nottingham Forest's game against Fenerbahce?

"Goalkeeper Matz Sels will not be in the squad, which is a big loss as he played an important role in the team's success last season. However, Stefan Ortega, signed from Manchester City in January, is more than capable of filling the void. Murillo's availability is also uncertain due to injury, but he could be in the squad. His return will immediately strengthen the team's defense."

'Elliot Anderson is very impressive! Gibbs-White is the most creative player in the team'

I'd like to ask about Forest's playing philosophy, but there's been a change of manager and it doesn't really matter anymore. Individually, which players have stood out so far? Which players should Fenerbahçe watch out for?

"Elliot Anderson has been very impressive so far, despite Forest having a difficult season. He will almost certainly be an important figure for England in the summer. He's a player who has a big impact in midfield and can galvanize the team. Morgan Gibbs-White is perhaps the most creative player in the team. He is the most effective player who can make things happen when he has the ball. If Murillo plays, he will continue to show that he is a world-class talent."

'Forest fans are not happy to be paired with Fenerbahce'

Are Nottingham Forest fans happy about the match against Fenerbahce? What do they think about this match? Which team do you think is the favorite?

"Forest see it for what it is. It's a very tough match. I wouldn't say the fans are happy with the match because they know it's going to be very difficult. But it will also give them the opportunity to come to Istanbul, which will be a new experience for many fans. The fans will probably be happy with a draw in Turkey as they know Forest are strong at the City Ground. I think both games will be very competitive."

'They know what Anderson Talisca can do!

What do you know about Fenerbahce and who do you think is the most dangerous player for Forest at Fenerbahce?

Forest were interested in Fred last summer so they know what he can do. Ederson has a strong reputation in the Premier League. Forest also have a few Brazilians in their squad, so there will be a few players who know what Talisca can do. Ibrahim Sangare and Anderson will hope to stop him adding to the five goals he has scored in Europe this season."

'The players are not afraid of the atmospheres in the rival stadium'

There will be an intense atmosphere in Kadikoy again. Aston Villa recently played here and won. Can Forest cope with such a tough atmosphere?

"Forest played very well away to Real Betis on their return to Europe. There was a very tough atmosphere in that game too. It ended in a 2-2 draw but Forest had the upper hand in some parts. They also won at Anfield a few months ago. They know it won't be an easy game tomorrow night. But these players generally don't seem to be afraid of the atmosphere in rival stadiums. Pereira will tell his players in detail what to expect in a stadium he knows very well. He spoke about it respectfully in his first press conference."