Nottingham Forest confirm Vitor Pereira's exit as head coach

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Nottingham Forest confirm Vitor Pereira's exit as head coach
Summary

Nottingham Forest have officially announced the departure of manager Vitor Pereira and his coaching staff. Pereira described his exit as a surprise, stating it came without warning after he led the team to Premier League survival and a Europa League semi-final last season. The club thanked Pereira for his contributions and announced that Oliver Glasner is a frontrunner to take over. Pereira expressed gratitude toward the club and disappointment in the decision.

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  • Vitor Pereira leaves Nottingham Forest after an 18-month contract.
  • He successfully guided Forest to Premier League survival and a Europa League semi-final.
  • Oliver Glasner is reportedly a candidate for the managerial role.
  • Pereira expressed disappointment but respected the club's decision.
  • The club issued a statement thanking Pereira and his staff for their efforts.
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Pereira, 57, guided Forest to Premier League survival and a Europa League semi-final last season

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