Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis launched into second rant at Nuno Espirito Santo after confronting manager on the pitch in 'scandalous' scenes following Leicester draw that hugely damaged Champions League qualification hopes

After Sunday's 2-2 draw with relegated Leicester, Marinakis had a heated exchange with manager Santo. The way Taiwo Awoniyi's injury was handled infuriated Marinakis, as although the striker was cleared to play after hitting the post, he did not appear fit to, and the Reds continued to play with 10 men as the Foxes attempted to equalise.

Sun Sport has now revealed that Marinakis' temper flared further in the tunnel at the City Ground as the Greek businessman lost his temper once more with Nuno before venting his frustration at Awoniyi himself and the medical staff. As per the report, the incident 'went far beyond what fans and TV cameras witnessed on the pitch'. Marinakis has now released a statement on the incident as fans and pundits raged at his public argument with the Portuguese coach.

The Greek businessman later released a statement that read: “Everybody – coaching staff, players, supporters and including myself – we were frustrated around the injury of Taiwo and the medical staff’s misjudgement on Taiwo’s ability to continue the game.

“This is natural, this is a demonstration of the passion we feel for our club. Let’s all be grateful, passionate, and keep on dreaming!”

The Nottingham Forest owner is no stranger to controversy, as he was handed a five-match suspension last year after spitting towards match officials in the tunnel. Additionally, Marinakis is also under investigation in Greece for his part in allegedly allowing the propagation of 'football violence'.