Overview
- Ange Postecoglou has gone seven matches without a win since taking over in early September, with Forest 17th in the Premier League and a point above the drop zone.
- Multiple reports say he is expected to lead the team against Chelsea after the international break, with the result viewed internally as a key short‑term verdict on his position.
- Owner Evangelos Marinakis has had contingency plans drawn up, with Sean Dyche widely reported as the frontrunner due to his availability and Premier League survival record.
- Other names under consideration have been reported to include Fulham’s Marco Silva, former Forest boss Steve Cooper and Rafael Benítez, though any move for employed managers would involve compensation.
- Supporter frustration surfaced with “sacked in the morning” chants during the October 2 Europa League loss to Midtjylland, as Postecoglou publicly vowed to fight on and confirmed talks with club leadership.