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Nottingham Forest are searching for a new head coach after parting company with Sean Dyche.
Wednesday’s 0-0 draw with Wolverhampton Wanderers proved to be Dyche’s final match in charge, bringing an end to a brief spell that began in October following the dismissal of Ange Postecoglou.
Forest sit 17th in the Premier League table, just three points above the relegation zone, and are now preparing to appoint their fourth manager of the season.
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Here are some of the leading contenders.
Vitor Pereira
The former Wolves boss is expected to feature prominently in the betting. Pereira left Molineux in November 2025 with the club at the foot of the table, yet his broader CV remains strong.
He has won league titles in Portugal and China and guided Olympiacos to the Greek Super League crown. That success in Greece could appeal to Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis.
Kieran McKenna
McKenna has been linked with several top-flight roles since leading Ipswich Town to promotion in 2023/24.
Known for encouraging a high-tempo style, he has also shown flexibility in adapting his approach to different opponents. Whether he would leave Ipswich while they remain in the promotion mix is uncertain, but Forest may view him as a long-term appointment.
Marco Silva
Silva’s contract at Fulham is due to expire at the end of the season and there has been little indication he will extend his stay at Craven Cottage.
The Portuguese coach has delivered stability, guiding Fulham to three straight mid-table finishes after promotion in 2021/22. Forest were previously linked with him following Postecoglou’s exit and could revisit that interest.
Enzo Maresca
Marinakis has shown ambition since acquiring Forest in 2017 and could turn to former Chelsea manager Maresca.
Although dismissed, Maresca oversaw a fourth-place Premier League finish and UEFA Conference League success in 2024/25. The Italian may seek a project offering backing and time, which Forest would need to guarantee if they retain top-flight status.
Ole Gunnar Solskjær
Solskjær has been out of work since departing Beşiktaş J.K. earlier this season. He had also been linked with a return to in a temporary capacity before Michael Carrick was appointed.
During his time at Old Trafford, Solskjær favoured a direct, counter-attacking style that could suit Forest’s current squad. His experience in the Premier League may appeal as the club look to steer clear of the drop.
The pressure at Chelsea has reached breaking point following the departure of Enzo Maresca, with bookmakers already installing a clear favourite to become the club’s next permanent head coach.
Maresca left Stamford Bridge on New Year’s Day after a damaging run of form that saw Chelsea win just two of their last nine matches in all competitions.
A difficult December ultimately proved decisive, leaving the Blues fifth in the Premier League table and fifteen points adrift of leaders Arsenal, despite more than £250 million being spent on transfers during the summer.
The Italian may feel unfortunate to have lost his job so quickly, particularly after guiding Chelsea to global success in the summer by lifting the FIFA Club World Cup.
Patience from the hierarchy and supporters ran out as performances and results continued to fall short of expectations.
Attention has now turned to potential successors, with Liam Rosenior emerging as the early frontrunner in the betting. Rosenior’s strong work in France with Strasbourg has caught the eye, while his links to BlueCo could make negotiations more straightforward than with external candidates.
Rosenior’s managerial career has followed a steady upward path. He first stepped into management as caretaker at Derby County, before moving on to Hull City, where he oversaw a notable turnaround in fortunes. Despite improving performances and results, his departure after 78 matches was widely viewed as harsh.
Chelsea are expected to attract widespread interest, with several high profile names already prominent in the early markets.
Next permanent Chelsea manager odds
- Liam Rosenior 3/10
- Cesc Fabregas 9/1
- Filipe Luis 10/1
- Francesco Farioli 11/1
- Andoni Iraola 12/1
- Xavi Hernandez 14/1
- Oliver Glasner 14/1
With Chelsea once again searching for stability in the dugout, the coming days are expected to bring further clarity as the club weigh up whether to appoint a familiar face or make another bold move in the managerial market.