Ian Wright is shocked by what he heard about Nuno Espirito Santo in Nottingham!

Nuno Santo helped Nottingham Forest finish this season's Premier League race in seventh place, but things would certainly have been better if Nottingham Forest had picked up more than eight points in their final eight games.

Why Nuno Espresso Santo disappointed at Nottingham Forest

Missing out on Champions League football will undoubtedly sting for Nuno Espírito Santo and Nottingham Forest fans alike. Yet once the dust settles from Sunday's painful defeat, the overriding sentiment should be one of pride for the remarkable progress made this season.

The Portuguese manager has earned a powerful ally in BBC pundit Ian Wright, who launched an impassioned defense of the Forest boss on the Kelly & Wright Show. Wright expressed shock at Mirror journalist Darren Lewis' suggestion that Nuno could face dismissal this summer, stating emphatically: "You have to ask - how does a manager like Nuno take the next step? Look what he's achieved since arriving at the City Ground. He's brought stability after previous managerial turmoil, implemented an effective playing style that perfectly suits this squad, and taken Forest to new heights. Yes, they fell short this time - but why not back him to go one better next season?"

Wright's comments highlight the growing debate around Nuno's future. Having transformed Forest's fortunes with his tactical acumen and man-management, many believe he deserves more time to build on this foundation. The big question remains: will ambitious owner Evangelos Marinakis show patience, or will he demand immediate success at any cost?

As the football world watches closely, one thing is clear - sacking a manager of Nuno's caliber after such progress would send shockwaves through the Premier League. For now, Forest fans can reflect on their most promising season in years while hoping their architect gets the chance to finish what he started.

Nuno Santo deserves to lead Forest next season

While the initial disappointment of missing Champions League qualification lingers, Nottingham Forest's remarkable achievement of securing European football deserves celebration. Few predicted this success at season's start, putting the club years ahead of schedule in their ambitious project.

BBC pundit Ian Wright has emerged as one of Forest's most vocal supporters, particularly praising defender Murillo's performances while staunchly backing manager Nuno Espírito Santo. "The progress under Nuno speaks for itself," Wright's analysis suggests, echoing the sentiment of many who believe continuity is crucial.

Now comes Forest's greatest test: transforming this breakthrough season from a fairytale into foundation. With European nights returning to the City Ground, the club faces pivotal decisions about squad development and transfer strategy to ensure this becomes the new normal rather than a one-off triumph.

The challenge is clear - build intelligently on this platform while maintaining the identity that brought success. For a club that has exceeded all expectations, the wisest next step might be resisting the temptation for radical change and trusting the process that got them here.

Hazem Mlhem |

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Hazem Mlhem est un rédacteur sportif expérimenté, animé par une passion pour le football africain.