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Bruna Reis

Steve Cooper Nottingham Forest contract update as Evangelos Marinakis takes action

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Forest 'desperate' for Steve Cooper contract

Nottingham Forest are reportedly 'desperate' for Steve Cooper to sign a new contract to stay at the club.

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Micah Richards slams 'schoolboy' Forest defending

Nottingham Forest's defending against Fulham has been described as 'school boy' by former England and Manchester City defender Micah Richards on Match of the Day.

Three goals were conceded in the space of six second-half minutes after Tosin headed home unmarked from a corner before a pair of strikes from Fulham midfielders João Palhinha and Harrison Reed were enough to complete the opposition's comeback after Taiwo Awoniyi's opener. Lewis O'Brien also scored but it ultimately proved to be nothing more than a consolation goal that wasn't enough to make up for the Reds ' defensive deficiencies.

Head coach Steve Cooper 's side have now conceded 17 goals in their first seven games back in the top flight. Only their other opponents this month, Bournemouth (19), and their next adversaries, Leicester City (22), have conceded more in the Premier League

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Marinakis sent plea after 'brutal' manager sacking

Nottingham Forest fans have sent owner Evangelos Marinakis a message following the sacking of Olympiacos manager Carlos Corberan, after just six weeks in charge.

Marinakis, also owner of the Greek club, has parted ways with the former Huddersfield Town boss. The decision was announced after their 2-1 defeat to Aris on Sunday.

A statement released by the Greek outfit, read : "Olympiakos announces the termination of Carlos Corberan's contract." Given the short time the 39-year-old lasted in charge, fans fear the same could happen to Forest boss Steve Cooper following their start to the Premier League season. Forest are currently in 19th place after five defeats, a draw and a win.

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