Vitor Pereira Steps Down as Nottingham Forest Head Coach
Vitor Pereira has announced his resignation as head coach of Premier League side Nottingham Forest after only five months in charge. The Portuguese tactician revealed that club owner Evangelos Marinakis triggered a June release clause, leading to the unexpected departure.
Pereira, who previously coached Wolverhampton Wanderers and FC Porto, said he was surprised by the decision and felt disappointed, yet he remains proud of what the squad accomplished during his brief tenure.
In a statement, Pereira remarked, “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.”
He added, “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.”
The coach highlighted key successes, noting that the team retained its Premier League status and advanced to the Europa League semi-finals under his guidance.
“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,” Pereira said.
He also praised the development of the players, stating, “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.”
Despite the abrupt exit, Pereira affirmed he holds no bitterness toward the club’s hierarchy, adding, “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.”
He concluded by wishing the players, staff, and supporters continued success, describing Nottingham Forest as a special club he hopes will keep growing and achieving great things.
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