Nottingham Forest have hired Ange Postecoglou as their new manager, just hours after firing Nuno Espirito Santo.

Espirito Santo was fired on Monday despite guiding Forest to their highest league finish in 30 years and qualifying for the UEFA Europa League during the 2024-25 season.

His recent public comments about a breakdown in his relationship with Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis were clearly at the heart of the decision and most people expected Nuno to be relieved of his duties despite turning Forest from relegation candidates to a top four chasers for much of last season.

Nottingham Forest statement on Ange Postecoglou

Forest confirmed Postecoglou’s appointment on Tuesday and Marinakis released the following statement on the hiring.

“We are bringing a coach to the Club who has

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