Edu leaves Nottingham Forest as club terminates contract
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Global head of football Edu has departed Nottingham Forest after just over one year at the City Ground. The former Arsenal midfielder had not attended a match since February, and his contract is believed to have been terminated. His position faced significant scrutiny following internal tensions, including a reported falling-out with former manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who was sacked last September. Edu’s role encompassed football operations for Nottingham Forest, Olympiacos, and Rio Ave, all of which are owned by Evangelos Marinakis. He will not be replaced at the City Ground, as chief football officer George Syrianos is set to assume his responsibilities. This organizational shift follows the recent appointment of Theodore Giannikos as chief executive, who succeeded the outgoing Lina Souloukou.
- •Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after holding the global head of football role for over a year.
- •The club does not intend to appoint a direct replacement for the position.
- •Chief football officer George Syrianos will take over the responsibilities previously held by Edu.
- •The move follows the recent appointment of Theodore Giannikos as the club's new chief executive.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after turbulent spell
- 4:45 PMBBC Sport — Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after turbulent spell
"Global head of football Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after just over a year at the City Ground.
"Global head of football Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after just over a year at the City Ground.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 4:45 PMEdu leaves Nottingham Forest after turbulent spell
Global head of football Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after just over a year at the City Ground.
- BBC SportSep 7, 2026, 4:45 PMEdu leaves Nottingham Forest after turbulent spell
Global head of football Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after just over a year at the City Ground.
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