The managerial carousel at Nottingham Forest has spun again. Having parted ways with Ange Postecoglou after just eight winless games (and only 39 days in charge) following the 3-0 defeat at home to Chelsea, the club has moved swiftly to secure a replacement.
The Contenders
Among the frontrunners being talked about:
Sean Dyche — The former Burnley and Everton boss is reported to have verbally agreed to become Forest’s new head coach. He is a club-familiar face, having come through the youth ranks at Forest as a player. The deal reportedly runs through 2027.
Marco Silva — The Fulham manager is believed to have been owner Evangelos Marinakis’ top target. Silva’s name surfaced early in the search, though a substantial release clause (c. £13-15 m) and his contract situation at Fulham complicate things.
Roberto Mancini — The Italian veteran manager is also in the mix. He hasn’t managed a club since 2018, but remains in the conversation as a potential high-profile appointment.
Or Someone Else — Given Forest’s ruthless pace of change this season, other names could yet emerge. The club seems keen to act quickly.
Why It Matters
Forest’s decision-making comes amid serious pressure: they are battling relegation in the Premier League and their playing squad has been in flux. For the new manager it will be about stabilising results, instilling a clear style and managing expectations under tight constraints. Financially there are key worries: the club reportedly cannot afford to pay large compensation packages or extra managerial fees due to Premier League PSR (Profit & Sustainability Rules) constraints.
For Sean Dyche, if the deal is confirmed, it’s perhaps a safe bet: a tough, pragmatic coach, known for organisation and getting hard results—qualities that could suit a side in survival mode. For Marco Silva or Roberto Mancini, the appeal is more aspirational: a step towards building something more expansive, perhaps with higher long-term upside but potentially higher risk.
What’s Next?
If you were in the boardroom:
Do you pick the stabiliser (Dyche) or the aspirational project (Silva/Mancini)?
How much weight to style vs survival?
Is time a luxury Forest have right now?
Can the club’s finances support the appointment they prefer?
How much time will the new boss realistically get before fans ask for more?
Your Call
Now we turn to you: Which of these three would you prefer as the next boss of Nottingham Forest —
Sean Dyche 🏴
Marco Silva 🇵🇹
Roberto Mancini 🇮🇹
Someone else?
