Forest fans react to ‘fantastic and strong’ Marinakis statement

As the ‘false and disruptive reporting’ around Steve Cooper’s job has mounted, Forest fans have been concerned about the future of their manager.

Today, Evangelos Marinakis quelled those fears in a statement confirming Cooper remains in the job.

The news has been received positively by Forest fans, who now seem to have a certainty going into these crucial remaining games that Cooper will remain in charge and have the opportunity to oversee a shift in fortunes.

Here is some of the reaction to today’s statement:

@ningr01: This is exactly how an owner shows his managerial / business qualities. In times of struggle and hardship they keep the team together, this isn’t a short term rental it’s a future improvement. Well done Forest.

@jazzforestfire: So many parallels and precedents that all point to this being the only sensible way forward #COYR!!

@TrickyInExile: A fantastic statement, backing and leadership by Mr Maranakis. Whatever division next season I want Steve Cooper in charge. An exceptional coach who is going to achieve ever greater things, hopefully with #nffc. And SC has made me like my club again, rather than ruefully love it.

@d_p_ball: Absolutely the right thing to do for the long term of our football club. The statement was needed and it’s strong. Absolutely agree for the need to demand better in performances. The players need to stand up and be counted now 🔴⚪️ #nffc

@RedDogCam: Don’t underestimate our power and influence as #NFFC fans. No matter what a few will try and say to you. Our voices are heard. 👍 for those vehemently backing Cooper. #CooperIn

@MatttDavey Really really well done! This must have been seriously hard to call, but I’m so glad we’ve backed our manager after 23 years of the revolving door. Thank you big man! Let’s hope this gives the players a big boost. COYR!

@kylebooth3186: Well said BIG MAN hope we are rewarded for you keeping the faith time for the players to step up !!

@rob123446: Great move . We may go down we may stay up - but we the Fans , the owner , the players and the staff will be in this together.

@MattRakowski: Grown man, literally crying with happiness right now. What SC brings to this club is more than team selection and substitutions, he brings everyone together and creates a force the like of which hasn’t been seen for decades. We came up together, we’ll fight to stay up together!

@alanrog3: This is the best decision the club could make. Get right behind super cooper. 🌳❤️

@Ireland_2012: Honestly emotional after reading that given the imminent feelings after last night. The bad reporting didn’t help that. Now we push on as Marinakis has said. Let’s pull together and do this. Thank you! WOW! U REEEEDDDDSSSS 💪🏼💪🏼🌳♥️ #nffc