Ex-PL club chief: Evangelos Marinakis faces 'big issues' as need for Nottm Forest stability is urged
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(Credit: Manh Tung, Breaking Media) Mon 25 May 2026 12:30, UK Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis faces a host of issues which he needs to sort for the club to stabilise on and off the pitch.That is the view of former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, who believes Marinakis needs to stick by manager Vitor Pereira. Nottingham Forest are planning to hand Pereira a new long-term deal, after the 57-year-old was appointed in February on an 18-month contract.On the pitch, star midfielder Elliot Anderson is expected to depart this summer, whilst Marinakis could make an appointment behind-the-scenes following his breakdown in relationship with Edu.Nottingham Forest had four permanent managers during the 2025-26 season, and keeping Pereira could be important heading into the summer transfer window. 👔 Nottingham Forest Manager News 👔 Get the inside track on the City Ground dugout with real-time updates on shortlist candidates and key boardroom decisions.
VISIT THE NEXT MANAGER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Nottingham Forest stars ‘playing for Vitor Pereira’Everton’s former chief Keith Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – believes the summer transfer window could determine how well Nottingham Forest do next season.Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast, Wyness thinks the club’s stadium plans could also have an impact on their summer business.Games Managed20Games Won8Games Drawn6Games Lost6Vitor Pereira’s managerial stats in charge of Nottingham Forest in all competitions.He told Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast: “Marinakis has got to remember he’s got big issues like the big new stadium upgrade coming along the line as well. “It’ll be a fascinating time at Forest, and they should come out of it stronger.
Stability is the key and keeping Pereira there is a good thing to do.”Insider reveals latest in Everton pursuit of Nottingham Forest defenderPereira will have been delighted that the club have tied down centre-back Murillo to a new contract, which will keep the Brazilian at the City Ground until 2030.However, full-back Neco Williams has been linked with a move away from the club this summer, with Everton a possible destination.Wyness told Football Insider that Everton are monitoring Williams, but a move is unlikely this summer as there are other options that David Moyes has his eyes on.The 25-year-old started all but two matches for the Tricky Trees in the 2025-26 season, establishing his place as the team’s first choice left-back. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Nottingham Forest Insider Access Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of the City Ground.