Evangelos Marinakis' new favourite to replace Nuno Espirito Santo revealed as Nottingham Forest consider Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers as successor

Per The Sun, Rodgers has emerged as Marinakis’ preferred candidate following a breakdown in his relationship with Nuno. The Celtic boss is admired by the Nottingham Forest hierarchy and could be tempted by a return to the Premier League. All this comes after Nuno publicly admitted his strained ties with the owner during a fiery press conference last Friday.

Rodgers is into the final year of his Celtic deal, meaning a move would not require significant compensation. Marinakis is keen to make a decisive change as Nottingham Forest prepare for a crucial campaign domestically and in Europe. A managerial shift now could reshape the club’s long-term direction.

Nuno has grown frustrated with the Forest’s lack of transfer activity despite late arrivals in the window. His thinly veiled criticism of the board has only accelerated his potential exit, which could come as early as next week. Rodgers, however, faces a Champions League qualifier with Celtic this Tuesday, which may influence the possibility of the move to City Ground.

Marinakis is expected to dismiss Nuno in the coming week, paving the way for talks with Rodgers. Celtic’s European fate could determine how soon a deal is struck. If Rodgers departs, Ange Postecoglou, who has also been linked with Forest, could make his return as the Hoops' head coach.