Clough had me running errands and fixing his drinks. Occasionally we'd meet in the corridors and he'd say, Cut that bloody hair, young man, it's too long!' Paul McGregor on coming through at Forest under Old Big 'Ead

Paul McGregor, known as 'The Britpop Footballer,' played under Brian Clough at Nottingham Forest and balanced his passion for football with music. He broke into the first team during Clough's tenure and recalled Clough's personalized management, including comments about his hairstyle. Working under big personalities like Nigel Clough, Roy Keane, and Stuart Pearce, McGregor learned resilience and enjoyed the experience while his peers were entering the workforce. Clough's departure from the club marked a significant moment during McGregor's early career.

Brian Clough's management style was unique and had a profound impact on the players. Paul McGregor recalls how Clough would comment on his appearance, emphasizing the personal connection between them.

During his time at Nottingham Forest, McGregor experienced immense personal growth while training alongside football legends like Roy Keane and Teddy Sheringham, who were known for their strong characters.

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