Nottingham | Forest fans discuss Ange replacement

It has been disastrous few weeks for Nottingham Forest 

They have just sacked another manager...

Author | Kieran M

It is looking likely that former Burnley and Everton boss Sean Dyche is going to replace Postecoglou. Will this be the correct decision?

Nottingham Forest sit 18th in the Premier League after just one win in eight league matches, in what has been a turbulent campaign so far.

Alongside Sean Dyche, Roberto Mancini has also held talks with Forest officials, while Fulham’s Marco Silva remains an admired figure, though he is tied to a long-term contract. One Forest fan told us: "Mancini is the most interesting one for me. He'd have the experience to take us on a Europa League run."

Silva’s significant release clause has become a key stumbling block, particularly as Forest have already incurred costs in dismissing Ange Postecoglou and Nuno Espírito Santo this season.

There are also doubts over whether Silva would be willing to leave Fulham midway through the campaign. Reports suggest Dyche has emerged as the leading candidate, with the complications surrounding Silva and the cooling of interest in Mancini shaping Forest’s current direction.

Forest fans despite their next managerial appointment

Mohamed: Sean Dyche is a sensible appointment as he understands the club, aligns more closely with Nuno's style which delivered success, and could stabilise the team. I would keep him until the end of the season and then bring in Marco Silva on a free transfer.

Pete: As a lifelong Forest supporter it pains me to admit it, but Forest are currently a poisoned chalice. What manager in their right mind would take on this role with Marinakis constantly hovering over every decision? Still, I am sure someone brave will step up, though I would not envy them. All I can do is hope for a miracle both on the pitch and in the boardroom.

Tony: Sean Dyche. We are in a relegation battle and it is better to be honest and safe than dreamy and relegated. Dyche, Steve Stone and Ian Woan would bring a stabilising and passionate approach to the club and its supporters.

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Richard: How about Steve Cooper on a 12-month contract to unite the team and fans?

Kristian: Surely Roberto Mancini's poor man-management rules him out. Dyche deserves a chance at a club with ambition, and having Woan and Stone alongside him should ensure he is given more time with the home supporters.

Marcus: Marco Silva must be our main target. I would also consider Oliver Glasner, though Crystal Palace would probably not answer the call. Dyche could steady the ship, but I suspect Evangelos Marinakis would want more than that. Mancini has been away from club football for too long and may not get along with the owner. Could we tempt Jurgen Klopp back to the Premier League?

Aimee: Andoni Iraola should be the first choice. If not him, then Oliver Glasner. Dyche or Mancini are not the answer. We need to move forward, not fight relegation.