Nottingham Forest are set to appoint former Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou as their new head coach after sacking Nuno Espirito Santo. The Australian’s first game back in the Premier League will be a daunting clash against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
Nottingham Forest are preparing to usher in a new era with Ange Postecoglou at the helm following the sacking of Nuno Espirito Santo. The decision comes after a breakdown in Nuno’s relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis, ultimately ending his tenure at the City Ground despite previous success.
According to reports from The Athletic, Forest are expected to confirm Postecoglou’s appointment within the next 24 hours. The 59-year-old Australian will arrive with several members of his trusted backroom staff, marking a swift return to the Premier League just months after leaving Tottenham Hotspur.
Why Forest Turned to Postecoglou
Forest had explored several managerial options following Nuno’s departure, including Mauricio Pochettino, Andoni Iraola, Marco Silva, and Oliver Glasner. However, Postecoglou’s proven ability to rebuild squads and deliver attacking football made him Marinakis’ preferred candidate.
Postecoglou left Spurs earlier this summer despite guiding them to a Europa League triumph over Manchester United, ending the club’s 17-year trophy drought. He also secured Champions League qualification before being replaced by Thomas Frank.
Nuno’s Record at Forest
Nuno had succeeded Steve Cooper in December 2023, overseeing 73 matches with 28 victories. He managed to keep the club in the Premier League in his first campaign and then guided them to a remarkable seventh-place finish and European qualification last season. However, internal tensions with the hierarchy led to his exit despite on-field progress.
What Comes Next
Postecoglou’s return to English football begins with a tough assignment as Forest travel to the Emirates Stadium to face Arsenal this Saturday. His arrival will be seen as both a bold move by Forest and a chance for the Australian to re-establish himself in the Premier League spotlight.
The big question: can Postecoglou replicate his Spurs success and transform Forest into a consistent top-flight force?
