Oliver Glasner appointed new Nottingham Forest manager

Nottingham Forest have officially confirmed the appointment of Oliver Glasner as the club’s new head coach.

Glasner recently lead Crystal Palace to a historic trophy haul of the FA Cup, Community Shield, and the Conference League. He is now set to continue in the Premier League with Nottingham.

According to The Sun, Glasner is set to earn a £13million-a-year deal. This contract makes him the highest-paid manager in the history of the club and places him among the elite earners in the English top flight.

“I’m delighted to join Nottingham Forest as head coach,” Glasner said to official club website in his first interview. “From my very first conversations with the owner and the leadership team, it was evident to me that they have a clear vision for this football club and complete trust and belief in me and my staff to build a strong future together over the long term. That trust and shared commitment, together with the potential that I see within the squad, were key factors for me and I am excited about what we can achieve together.

Oliver Glasner lifts the UEFA Conference League Trophy after the 2026 Final between Crystal Palace FC and Rayo Vallecano. (Photo by KontentHaus/Getty Images)

“Nottingham Forest is a club with incredible prestige and history, a two-time European Champion with one of the most passionate fan bases in football. Our aim is to build a team that can help take the club to the next level in the years ahead and that our supporters can be proud of.

“My immediate focus is on meeting the players and staff and getting to work as we begin pre-season. I’m excited for the future and will work tirelessly to represent this great club with pride and to bring success on the pitch. I can’t wait to get started.”

Owner Evangelos Marinakis expressed his delight, stating: “Oliver is a winner. He has earned success through his leadership, his personality and the style of football his teams play.”

Glasner famously guided Eintracht Frankfurt to Europa League glory in 2022 before making an immediate impact in England with Crystal Palace.

His appointment marks the fifth managerial change at Nottingham Forest within the last season, highlighting the club’s relentless pursuit of success.

Glasner’s first match will come against Leeds United on the opening weekend of the Premier League season, while a spicy return to Selhurst Park to face his former club is scheduled for October 26.