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Nuno Admits Rift With Marinakis as Forest Deny Sacking Talk

The manager said there is 'no smoke without fire' following reports from Italy that Forest are assessing his position.

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Overview

  • Club sources strongly rejected suggestions that Nottingham Forest are set to dismiss Nuno Espirito Santo, calling the claims nonsense.
  • Nuno told reporters his relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis has deteriorated and is not the same, adding that he rarely speaks with him now.
  • The coach had publicly criticised Forest’s transfer preparation, yet the club have since signed Omari Hutchinson, James McAtee, Arnaud Kalimuendo and Douglas Luiz.
  • The latest speculation stems from journalist Matteo Moretto on X, who also claimed Forest were evaluating alternatives including Ange Postecoglou, which has not been confirmed by the club.
  • Nuno signed a new contract in June running to 2028 after guiding Forest to seventh place and European qualification, making his future a pivotal issue for the club.