Pereira leaves Nottingham Forest after five months as coach

Vitor Pereira has stepped down as head coach of English Premier League club Nottingham Forest.

Pereira, hired in February, leaves after five months at the club.

According to reports, the Portuguese coach stepped down after the activation of a June release clause by club owner Evangelis Marinakis.

Pereira revealed his exit from the EPL club in a lengthy statement where the former Wolverhampton Wanderers manager expressed sadness at his shock exit, respects the club’s decision to relieve him from his post without warning despite leading it to the Europa League semi-final.

“Today marks the end of my journey as Head Coach of Nottingham Forest. I want to say a sincere thank you to everyone connected with this incredible football club. Although this decision came as a complete surprise to me and without any warning, I fully respect the club’s right to make the decisions it believes are best for its future.”

“Naturally, I am disappointed and saddened. I truly believed in what we were building together, and I leave with a sense of pride in everything we achieved over the past months. Together, we enjoyed a memorable end to the season. We secured the club’s Premier League status, reached the semi-finals of the Europa League, and created moments that will stay with me forever. Most importantly, I saw a group of players grow in confidence, belief and togetherness. Watching them develop, fight for one another and represent this club with passion has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career.”

Pereira who was coach of FC Porto and ensured EPL survival for Forest, stated he exits the club without resentment at the club’s hierarchy and wished the club he called “special” continues to grow.

“I leave Nottingham Forest with no bitterness or resentment—only respect, gratitude and wonderful memories. Football is full of unexpected moments, and while this chapter has ended sooner than I expected, I will always look back on my time here with pride and affection.

“I wish the players, the staff, the supporters and everyone at Nottingham Forest every success in the future. This is a special club, and I sincerely hope it continues to grow and achieve great things.”

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