Nuno is expected to be confirmed as the new boss of Nottingham Forest FC (NFFC) on a two-and-a-half-year deal. Steve Cooper's departure was accompanied by claims of a broken relationship with the NFFC owner and issues behind the scenes. The decision to sack Cooper has sparked criticism from fans and former players. Additionally, there are reports that Cooper is a contender to succeed Roy Hodgson at Crystal Palace. The environment at NFFC under owner Angelos Marinakis is described as 'unpleasant and fractious.' Dean Saunders criticized NFFC for sacking Cooper, expressing disbelief at the decision despite his efforts in getting the team back in the Premier League.
“Even if they got relegated, he’s still the right person for the job. A good, young manager!” “Signing players without him knowing?! It’s like they were waiting for a chance to sack him!” Dean Saunders slams #NFFC for sacking Steve Cooper, after getting them back in the #PL. 😡 https://t.co/dwTimwefU0
Angelos Marinakis and Steve Cooper finally reached breaking point this week. @DTathletic, @David_Ornstein, @NickMiller79 and @AyoAkinwo assess what life is like under #NFFC's unorthodox owner... 🎙️ 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗖 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗣𝗢𝗗𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗧
🔺 'Unpleasant and fractious' environment 🔺 Marinakis didn't understand Cooper's popularity 🔺 Good luck Nuno... @DTathletic, @David_Ornstein, @NickMiller79 and @AyoAkinwo chart Steve Cooper's final days at #NFFC... 🎙️ 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗖 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗣𝗢𝗗𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗧
Former Brighton and #NFFC striker Glenn Murray has had his say on Steve Cooper's sacking... #BBCFootball #epl https://t.co/KQl9DQjh7K
Steve Cooper is a contender to succeed Roy Hodgson when he leaves Crystal Palace. Story by @NizaarKinsella. #cpfc #nffc https://t.co/hZT2p6XMgE
“The chairman’s dropped a massive ricket!” “Is Nuno better than Cooper? I don’t see it! I don’t think he connects with the fans.” This #NFFC fan claims the club has made a HUGE mistake in sacking Steve Cooper. 😱 https://t.co/GpdHz1Todi
“The chairman’s dropped a massive ricket!” “Is Nuno better than Cooper? I don’t see it! I don’t think he connects with the fans.” This #NFFC fans claims the club has made a HUGE mistake in sacking Steve Cooper. 😱 https://t.co/FIN2cNyQx0
Most of the people who know the truth are amazed Steve Cooper lasted as long as he did. Attitudes had hardened on both sides. All sorts of issues behind the scenes and, ultimately, a broken relationship with the #NFFC owner. So here's the truth ⤵️ https://t.co/as9hYFZj0R
Expect Nuno to be confirmed as #nffc boss tomorrow on two-and-a-half-year deal. The squad were on a routine day off today so Cooper is expected to go to the training ground in the morning to say bye to the players 👇 https://t.co/rjR7atAz6Q