Latest Nottingham Forest news as Sean Dyche confirmed as new Reds head coach
09:19, 21 Oct 2025
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Nottingham Forest are convinced they can have a ‘successful season’ with Sean Dyche at the helm.
The Reds have confirmed the 54-year-old as their third manager of the campaign. He replaces Ange Postecoglou in the hot seat after the Australian was sacked on Saturday.
Postecoglou failed to win any of his eight games in charge after succeeding Nuno Espirito Santo at the City Ground. As a result, Forest have not tasted victory in any competition since the opening day of the season and are 18th in the Premier League table.
Additionally, they have one point from two Europa League fixtures played so far. Dyche’s first task is to improve that particular tally as his first match in charge is Thursday’s clash at home to Porto.
The former Reds youth player might be seen as a steady appointment by some, particularly for a club that finished seventh in the Premier League last term. But Forest are certain they can have a positive campaign, at home and on the European stage, under Dyche.
In a statement announcing his appointment, the club said: “Nottingham Forest is delighted to confirm the appointment of Sean Dyche as the club’s new head coach, following a thorough recruitment process led by global head of football, Edu Gaspar, and global technical director, George Syrianos. The former Forest youth player joins the club on a contract running until the summer of 2027 and will take charge of his first match on Thursday night as the Reds take on FC Porto in the Europa League.”
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Forest added: “A respected and experienced Premier League manager, Dyche brings the perfect blend of character, tactical acumen and proven achievement to guide the club through its next chapter. Having managed more than 330 Premier League matches in his career to date, Dyche has built teams defined by defensive organisation, resilience, and strength from set pieces — qualities that align closely with the current squad’s attributes and the club’s footballing identity.
“As a former Forest youth player who lives locally, Dyche also has a deep understanding of the values and pride of Forest and its supporters. With his character, tactical acumen and man-management skills, his appointment represents the best opportunity for a successful and competitive season across both domestic and European competitions.”
Former Watford, Burnley and Everton boss Dyche has been out of work since leaving the Toffees in January. Picking up the reins on the banks of the Trent is almost a case of coming full circle for the former defender.
He was a youth player at Forest in the late 1980s, when Brian Clough was manager. A serious injury held him back and he didn’t make a senior appearance in the Garibaldi, but he always retained a lot of affection for his time at the club.
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