Nottingham Forest fans woke up this weekend to the news that Ange Postecoglou is no longer in charge. According to sources, the former Celtic and Spurs coach, who arrived at Forest with big promises and even bigger hair, couldn’t find a single win in eight games. And let’s be honest, if losing was an Olympic sport, Postecoglou would have a gold medal by now. The club is already considering replacements and there are rumours that one of the former managers is making a comeback.
Rollercoaster Ride by Ange Postecoglou.
It is safe to say that the tenure of Postecoglou at Forest was a rollercoaster ride that was full of twists like a pretzel. His choice of players such as the opening Taiwo Awonyi at the place of Douglas Luiz and Oleksandr Zinchenko confused fans.
According to sources, he hoped the international break would “quiet the noise,” but apparently, nothing can stop Premier League Twitter from losing its collective mind.
Could Forest Revisit the Past?
Now here’s the juicy part: Nottingham Forest are reportedly considering re-appointing Steve Cooper. According to sources, Marco Silva is the top internal choice, with Sean Dyche also on the radar, but the Cooper comeback whispers are giving fans déjà vu. It is like ordering sushi and getting left over pizza as an addition- it may be good, but only when one is brave.
Opinion of the Author: Re-Hiring: The Right Decision?
Personally, I believe a re-appointed former manager is a two-sided sword. Sources explain that familiarity has the potential of stabilizing the team but this may also be an indication of a short term vision. Forest dare be not so rosy with a longing delight. Nonetheless, should anyone be able to make magic out of this team, it may as well be the person who is familiar with the dressing room as the back of his or her hand.
The Legacy of Ange Postecoglou in a Nutshell.
Ange Postecoglou might not have been leaving the City Ground with a win in his pocket but he did not go without leaving a trace of bewildered fans, the eyebrows left raised, and a lesson that the management in the premier leagues does not tolerate time wasters. According to sources, the club’s next chapter could involve revisiting the past, but one thing is certain: the Forest saga is far from over.
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