Nottingham Forest are on the verge of appointing Sean Dyche as their new head coach, with multiple sources confirming the former Everton boss is ready to accept the role. The Championship club is acting quickly following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou, who failed to make an impact in his short spell in charge. With a Europa League clash looming, Forest are racing against time to finalize the deal.
Forest Act Fast After Postecoglou Exit
Nottingham Forest’s managerial merry-go-round continues as the club searches for its second permanent head coach of the season. Ange Postecoglou, brought in after previous success with Tottenham and Celtic, lasted just eight games without a single win across all competitions.
His tenure ended abruptly after a 3–0 defeat to Chelsea, with owner Evangelos Marinakis reportedly leaving the stadium before full-time and dismissing Postecoglou shortly afterward.
Sean Dyche Emerges as the Front-Runner
According to reliable football insiders, including Fabrizio Romano and The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Sean Dyche has now become the leading candidate to take the reins at the City Ground. Negotiations have accelerated over the weekend, with Romano reporting on Monday morning that Dyche is “ready to accept” Forest’s offer.
Sky Sports added that a verbal agreement is already in place, and both parties are working to finalize the legal details swiftly. The goal is to have Dyche in charge ahead of Forest’s upcoming Europa League clash with Porto.
Why Dyche Is the Preferred Choice
Journalist Ben Jacobs has outlined six key reasons why Forest’s hierarchy believes Dyche is the right man for the job. Among them, his extensive Premier League experience and a pragmatic style that fits the club’s current needs stood out. Dyche is seen as a steady hand capable of stabilizing a volatile situation and avoiding further setbacks this season.
Financial considerations also played a role in Forest’s decision-making. A potential move for Fulham’s Marco Silva reportedly fell through due to his £10 million release clause. Meanwhile, other high-profile options such as Steve Cooper, Mauricio Pochettino, and Brendan Rodgers were either unavailable or unwilling to leave their current roles mid-season.
What’s Next for Nottingham Forest?
Forest’s top football executives, Edu and George Syrianos, are leading the final stages of the managerial search. All signs point to Dyche’s imminent appointment, potentially being made official by the end of Monday.
If confirmed, Dyche will face a challenging but promising task—steering a talented yet underperforming squad back on course, starting with a crucial European fixture just days away.
