Nunu Esprit Santo was sacked by Al Ittihad after falling out with Karim Benzema, but the Portuguese coach is back in the Premier League and will coach Nottingham Forest.

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After the defeat in the Asian Champions League, the Lusitanian reproached Benzema for being “lazy” and not pressing. At 24 hours, the Saudi club officially announced the termination of the contract.

Former manager of Wolverhampton (July 2017 – June 2021 / 96 wins, 46 draws and 57 losses) and Tottenham (July – November 2021 / 9 wins, 1 draw and 7 losses), Nuna Espirito Santo will replace Steve Cooper, who was sacked “Nottingham”. Forest on Tuesday.

The technician signed a contract for two and a half years until July 2026.

Nottingham Forest is in 17th place with 14 points. Nuno Esprit Santo will make his debut on December 23 against “Bournemouth” in the 18th round of the Premier League.

Premier League, fight for relegation

15. Crystal Palace 17 points

16. Everton 16

17. Nottingham Forest 14

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18. Luton Town 9 (-1 match)

19. Burnley 8

20. Sheffield United 8.