Nottingham Forest has officially parted ways with head coach Steve Cooper, marking the end of his tenure with the club. The decision, announced on Tuesday afternoon, comes on the heels of a series of challenges and a recent defeat against Tottenham, culminating in a 0-2 loss. Cooper, who assumed the coaching role in September 2021, faced difficulties in steering the team to success and winning over fans after securing promotion to the first division in 2022.
The decision to terminate Cooper’s contract reflects the club’s commitment to addressing performance issues and seeking a new direction for the team.
Despite initial support from the fan base, the recent string of results led to a decision by the management to part ways with the Welsh coach, leaving him without a club.
Nottingham Forest is already in advanced negotiations with Portuguese coach Nuno Espirito Santo as the potential successor to Cooper. Santo, a seasoned coach with experience in the Premier League, notably with Wolverhampton, and more recently with Al-Ittihad in the 2022-2023 season, is poised to take over the coaching responsibilities at Nottingham Forest.
The move aims to bring fresh leadership to the team, currently positioned 17th in the English championship. Santo’s managerial acumen and experience make him a promising candidate to guide Nottingham Forest through the challenges ahead and elevate the team’s performance.
As Nottingham Forest undergoes this managerial transition, players such as Moussa Niakhaté and Cheikhou Kouyaté, integral members of the squad, will likely be under the guidance of Nuno Espirito Santo in the upcoming fixtures.
The announcement of Santo’s appointment is anticipated to bring renewed optimism and a strategic vision to Nottingham Forest as they navigate the competitive landscape of English football.
Nottingham Forest confirms the departure of head coach Steve Cooper.
Everyone at Nottingham Forest would like to thank Steve for his superb contribution to our football club and wish him well in his future endeavours.
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) December 19, 2023
