Nottingham Forest Eye Ange Postecoglou as Potential Manager Amid Nuno Espírito Santo Uncertainty

Nottingham, UK – August 22, 2025, 07:53 PM EEST – In a dramatic turn of events, Nottingham Forest are reportedly considering former Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou as a potential replacement for their current head coach, Nuno Espírito Santo, according to journalist Matteo Moretto.

The latest update, posted on X earlier today, states: "Uno de los nombres que baraja el Nottingham Forest es el de Ange Postecoglou," hinting at a significant managerial shakeup at the City Ground.

The speculation comes amid growing tensions between Nuno and the club's owner, Evangelos Marinakis, fueled by disagreements over the summer transfer window. Nuno has publicly voiced his frustrations, notably in a Sky Sports interview a week ago, where he stated, “We are very far in terms of squad. The plans we had didn’t come to fruition. The preparation in terms of squad wasn’t ideal. We don’t know what squad we have.” His comments have intensified rumors of an impending dismissal, with the club reportedly evaluating other managerial options.

Despite Nuno’s recent accolade as “Performer of the Week” – as seen in images shared by Moretto showing him holding the award – his long-term future at Forest appears shaky. The Portuguese manager led the team to a commendable seventh-place finish in the Premier League last season, but a reported rift with the hierarchy has cast doubt on his position.

Ange Postecoglou, who recently parted ways with Tottenham Hotspur after a mixed tenure that included a UEFA Europa League triumph in 2025, has emerged as a leading candidate. The Greek-Australian coach, known for his attacking style of play and success with Celtic, is said to be open to returning to Premier League management. His potential appointment could bring a fresh dynamic to Forest, especially as they aim to build on their European aspirations following a disappointing Champions League exit in April 2025 due to a form slump and injuries to key players like Ola Aina.

The club’s recent transfer activity, including the free transfer signing of goalkeeper Angus Gunn from Norwich City, reflects an effort to strengthen the squad amid the uncertainty. However, the lack of alignment between Nuno’s vision and the club’s transfer strategy has added fuel to the managerial speculation. Bookmakers have also listed Oliver Glasner and Julen Lopetegui as other potential candidates, underscoring the high stakes involved.

Forest fans have taken to X to express a mix of skepticism and frustration over the rumors, with some dismissing the reports as exaggerated. One user, @ForestNotSoMag, sarcastically remarked, “Seriously, Matteo, did Steve Parish pay you to write this?” while others, like @forestmad80, speculated, “I have a feeling it will be Ange lol,” referencing a possible “Greek connection” with Marinakis.

As the transfer window nears its close and with a crucial match against Crystal Palace looming on Sunday, all eyes will be on whether Nuno can stabilize his position or if Forest will opt for a bold new chapter under Postecoglou. Stay tuned for further developments as this story unfolds.