Steve Cooper Sacked By Nottingham Forest After Poor Form

Cooper had been in the role for just over two years, having been appointed in September 2021 with the club bottom of the Championship table.

But Cooper masterminded an impressive turnaround in fortunes and Forest beat Huddersfield Town in that season's Championship playoff final to secure progress to the Premier League for the first time in 23 years.

After maintaining their top flight status last season, Forest were looking to kick on this term but have won just once in their last 13 matches and lie 17th on the table.

Announcing the news of Cooper's sacking, Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis said: "Everyone at Nottingham Forest would like to thank Steve for his superb contribution to our football club. His achievement in guiding Forest back to the Premier League will undoubtedly remain an iconic moment in the club's history.

"We thank Steve for his dedication and commitment during his time with us, as well as the incredible connection he forged with our supporters and the city of Nottingham.

"Steve will always remain a friend of the club and will forever be welcome at The City Ground. We wish him well in his future endeavours."

Former Wolverhampton Wanderers and Tottenham Hotspurs manager Nuno Espirito Santo is in line to replace Cooper at the City Ground.