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Pereira departs as Forest eyes Glasner for managerial role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 7:50 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Pereira departs as Forest eyes Glasner for managerial role

Summary

Vitor Pereira, who led Nottingham Forest to safety this season, is stepping down, surprising fans who appreciated his calm leadership during a chaotic campaign. Pereira's tenure included an unbeaten run and a European semi-final appearance. Oliver Glasner has emerged as a potential replacement, exciting supporters with his reputation for fostering a winning mentality, at Crystal Palace. The club's management is expected to focus on securing Glasner, which could build optimism for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Pereira appointed as a short-term solution, achieved significant success.
•Forest fans grateful for Pereira's role in stabilizing the team.
•Glasner linked to Nottingham Forest, stirring excitement among supporters.
•Forest aims to finalize Glasner's appointment for next season.
•Success at Crystal Palace highlights Glasner's potential impact.

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7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Pereira 'brought smiles back' but 'fans will be excited by Glasner'

What they're saying

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When Vitor Pereira was appointed, many saw it as a short-term appointment and not many saw him going beyond the season. This summer there are loads of managerial changes and it looked like Forest were going to be the one with a bit of stability, so it has absolutely come as a shock. Supporters will forever be grateful that Pereira came in at the time he did and rescued what had been a chaotic campaign.
— Yahoo Sports

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