Postecoglou and Marinakis reputations on the line after Forest's day of upheaval

"Crossing the Nottingham Forest owner, Evangelos Marinakis, is rarely a wise move. When Nuno Espirito Santo went public about the deteriorating relationship between the two most important men at the City Ground, a parting of ways became inevitable. Nuno deserved better after leading Forest back to Europe after 30 years away and his popularity within the club means it will be difficult for Ange Postecoglou to replace him."

"The Portuguese entered a club heading for a relegation battle in December 2023 after Steve Cooper, another heroic figure in Forest's recent past, was sacked. After keeping them up he led them into Europe a year later. It was not only results that Nuno brought but a calmness rarely seen under Marinakis at the City Ground, even in the good times. Will stability return without him or will spontaneous combustion be constant risk?"

"Nuno was given the news of his dismissal by the sporting director, Ross Wilson, who will soon depart for Newcastle. Wilson, like Nuno, is well respected at Forest and his exit could allow Edu, the global head of football since early July, to have greater influence. Nuno was advised not to tell the media about the breakdown with Marinakis but defied counsel. He also never built a positive relationship with Edu and wanted transfers done quicker but such transactions are not straightforward."

Evangelos Marinakis and Nuno Espirito Santo experienced a public breakdown that led to Nuno's dismissal despite his role in returning Nottingham Forest to European competition after a 30-year absence. Nuno rescued the club from a relegation battle in December 2023 and later guided them into Europe, earning strong admiration from players and staff. The sporting director Ross Wilson informed Nuno of his sacking and will soon leave for Newcastle, potentially increasing influence for Edu, Nottingham Forest's global head of football. Nuno clashed with Edu over transfer pace and defied advice by speaking publicly about the relationship with Marinakis.

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