"But Nuno expressed "concern" ahead of the new campaign and frustration at the club's transfer activity over the summer, and admitted that his relationship with owner Marinakis had collapsed in an explosive press conference on 22 August. Nuno, who signed a new three-year contract in June, revealed his relationship with Marinakis had changed and they were "not as close". He also said "when there's smoke, there's fire" regarding reports of his exit, which has now been confirmed by the club."
"Nottingham Forest Football Club confirms that, following recent circumstances, Nuno Espirito Santo has today been relieved of his duties as head coach. The club thanks Nuno for his contribution during a very successful era at the City Ground, in particular his role in the 2024/25 season, which will forever be remembered fondly in the history of the club. As someone who played a pivotal role in our success last season, he will always hold a special place in our journey."
Nuno Espirito Santo led Nottingham Forest back into European competition for the first time in 30 years, taking the club from the brink of relegation to a seventh-placed Premier League finish. He voiced concern ahead of the new season and frustration over summer transfer activity, and disclosed that his relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis had collapsed following a press conference on 22 August. Nuno had signed a new three-year contract in June but said he and Marinakis were "not as close" and warned "when there's smoke, there's fire." The club confirmed his dismissal and thanked him for his role in the 2024/25 season, while Ange Postecoglou is the favourite to succeed him.
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