Nottingham Forest Owner Aims for Top-Ten Premier League Finish Amid Managerial Pressure

Evangelos Marinakis, the owner of Nottingham Forest, is reportedly setting his sights on a top-ten finish in the Premier League this season despite mounting pressure on the club’s manager, Steve Cooper. Sources have informed Football Insider that Cooper’s position has been under scrutiny since the team’s promotion to the top-flight division, and he’s once again facing potential dismissal.

The upcoming match against Everton is said to be a pivotal moment for Cooper’s future as the manager. While there is increasing behind-the-scenes pressure, it’s unlikely that immediate action will be taken in the event of an unfavorable result against Everton. Nottingham Forest’s recent form has raised concerns, with the team winning just one of their last nine matches. Currently, they occupy the 14th position in the Premier League standings following a 3-2 defeat to Brighton.

Steve Cooper’s tenure at Nottingham Forest has been a rollercoaster ride. In October 2022, with Forest languishing at the bottom of the table, it appeared he was on the verge of losing his job. Surprisingly, he was offered a contract extension by owner Evangelos Marinakis, securing his position until June 2025. Cooper managed to steer the club to a 16th-place finish in the Premier League last season, partly due to significant investments in the squad made by Marinakis.

Nottingham Forest faces a challenging festive schedule, including matches against strong opponents like Newcastle, Manchester United, and Tottenham before the new year. With only three wins in 13 Premier League games this season, the team is under increasing pressure to improve its performance. Notably, they’ve dropped points against newly-promoted sides like Luton and Burnley.

Despite the ongoing managerial uncertainty, Evangelos Marinakis is reportedly optimistic about Nottingham Forest’s potential. He aims to secure a top-ten finish in the Premier League this season, demonstrating his ambition to elevate the club’s status in English football. Whether Steve Cooper can weather the storm and lead Forest to success remains to be seen, but the owner’s expectations are clear.