The pressure is mounting at Nottingham Forest, and club owner Evangelos Marinakis is reportedly preparing for a managerial change just seven games into Ange Postecoglou’s tenure. According to multiple reports, Forest are eyeing Fulham boss Marco Silva and Crystal Palace’s Oliver Glasner as potential replacements, with crunch talks expected during the international break.
🔴 Postecoglou’s Rocky Start
Postecoglou arrived with fanfare following his stint at Tottenham, but Forest’s form has nosedived. The club is winless in seven matches across all competitions, including a Europa League defeat to FC Midtjylland and a 2–0 loss to Newcastle. Forest currently sit 17th in the Premier League, just one point above the relegation zone.
Fans have grown restless, chanting “you’re getting sacked in the morning” during recent fixtures. Postecoglou, known for his attacking philosophy, has struggled to implement his system with a squad built around Nuno Espírito Santo’s more pragmatic style.
“I love a fight,” Postecoglou said last week. “But I know how this game works. If results don’t come, decisions get made.”
🧠 Marinakis Weighs Options
Sources close to the club suggest Marinakis is “furious” with Forest’s form and regrets the mid-season appointment. The Greek tycoon is reportedly considering a shock move for Marco Silva, who has impressed at Fulham with a balanced, possession-based approach.
Silva’s contract runs until 2026, and Fulham are unlikely to let him go easily. However, Forest are prepared to offer a lucrative package and full control over transfers.
Oliver Glasner is also on the shortlist. The Austrian tactician has transformed Crystal Palace into a high-pressing, counter-attacking force and is currently on a 19-game unbeaten run. His success against top-six sides has caught Marinakis’ attention.
🔄 Managerial Domino Effect?
If Forest do move for Glasner or Silva, it could trigger a domino effect across the league. Manchester United are reportedly monitoring Glasner as a potential successor to Ruben Amorim, while Silva has long been admired by West Ham.
Postecoglou’s future could also take an unexpected turn. Rumors suggest he may be considered for a role at Manchester United if Amorim departs, creating a potential manager swap scenario.
🏁 What’s Next?
Forest face Chelsea after the break, followed by a Europa League clash with Porto. Marinakis is expected to make a decision before the Chelsea game, with Postecoglou’s fate hanging in the balance.
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