Nottingham Forest is preparing for another managerial shake-up, and this time it looks like Ange Postecoglou is stepping into the hot seat.
The former Tottenham boss, who guided Spurs to Europa League glory, is set to be confirmed as Forest’s new head coach after Nuno Espirito Santo was dismissed in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Interestingly, this appointment didn’t come out of the blue—it had been brewing for months.
A Summer Dinner That Set the Tone
Earlier this summer, Postecoglou met Forest’s owner, Evangelos Marinakis, over dinner in Greece.
At the time, Postecoglou was being honored by the Greek Super League for his achievements with Spurs.
Marinakis, who is also Greek, praised him not just for his coaching credentials but for proudly embracing his heritage while succeeding on the European stage.
The meeting was more than just pleasantries—it quietly paved the way for the move that is now unfolding.
Marinakis’ Words of Praise
During that July event, Marinakis was full of admiration for the 60-year-old manager:
“What I want to say about Ange is that he has spoken about Greece many times, he is proud to be Greek.
In the great success he had with Tottenham by winning the Europa League, he spoke about Greece,” Marinakis said.
He went further, noting that Postecoglou’s victory with Spurs wasn’t just about football but also about resilience, pride, and putting Greece on the map through sport.
Ange’s Emotional Reflection
When Postecoglou took the stage to receive his award, he opened up about his journey and the sacrifices his family made.
Born in Greece but raised in Australia, he explained how his father’s love for football shaped his path.
“My father is not with me today, but he sees me and is proud of what I have built,” he said.
“I want to make you proud, Greece and Australia. It is a great honour to be here.”
Spurs Exit and Desire to Stay in England
Despite delivering Spurs their first piece of silverware since 2008, Postecoglou’s story in north London ended on a bitter note.
A disappointing 17th-place Premier League finish was enough for the club to cut ties.
Still, Postecoglou made it clear he wanted to remain in England—and Forest now looks like the perfect fit.
Nuno’s Departure and Tense Final Months
As for Nuno Espirito Santo, his dismissal comes despite taking Forest into European competition for the first time this century.
His work on the pitch, however, was overshadowed by friction behind the scenes.
The Portuguese coach had grown frustrated with the club’s transfer dealings and admitted his relationship with Marinakis had soured.
The arrival of Edu, Arsenal’s former midfielder, as global head of football also disrupted the working environment.
Forest’s official statement released just after midnight praised Nuno’s contributions and acknowledged his role in a memorable 2024/25 campaign but confirmed his time at The City Ground had come to an end.
Postecoglou’s Next Challenge
Now, all eyes are on Ange. Forest wants their new manager in place quickly, with a daunting trip to Arsenal looming this weekend.
For Postecoglou, it’s a chance to pick up where he left off in England—this time in Nottingham red—and prove that his bold, attacking style can take Forest to even greater heights.