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Oliver Glasner is set to become the next man to take charge at Nottingham Forest, continuing the club’s pattern of frequent managerial changes. However, questions remain over how long he will remain at the helm. Club legend Stan Collymore has told GOAL that the Austrian’s decision to join forces with the club’s complex Greek owner, Evangelos Marinakis, is “not a marriage made in heaven”. Collymore believes Glasner’s reign could again be counted in months rather than years.

Nottingham Forest went through four different managers during the 2025-26 season. Nuno Espirito Santo began that campaign, while Vitor Pereira ended it. Between them, Ange Postecoglou lasted just 39 days as head coach, and Sean Dyche managed 25 games.

Pereira guided Forest to Premier League safety and also reached the Europa League semi-finals, but his contract was terminated only minutes before it was due to expire on June 30.

Former Crystal Palace manager Glasner now looks set to take charge at the City Ground, with pre-season preparations fast approaching. The Austrian departed Selhurst Park having achieved success with victories in the FA Cup, Community Shield and Conference competitions.

When Glasner announced his exit from south London, he was linked with prominent clubs such as Manchester United and Chelsea, but he ultimately chose Nottingham Forest. The question now is whether he views this as a stepping stone and whether he can meet Marinakis’ expectations.

Speaking about the situation, Collymore, in association with BetGoodwin, reflected on the challenges Glasner will face under Marinakis’ ownership. “When you work for Mr Marinakis, you measure your time in long months—maybe 24 months at best—rather than three, four, or five years,” said the former Forest striker.

“Glasner was very outspoken about his ambitions and expectations at Crystal Palace, and it would be uncharacteristic for either man to change. Glasner will continue to speak his mind, and Marinakis will remain quick to act if results do not align with his vision.”

Collymore referenced the case of Vitor Pereira, saying, “You only need to look at Pereira’s situation. There were a lot of rumours suggesting he’d be given a longer contract because they were pleased with his progress, but he was dismissed just like that.”

He added, “I can understand why Forest wanted Glasner—he’s a proven winner who has achieved success wherever he’s been. And from his perspective, it’s a big club with a chance to move forward and possibly win their first major silverware in years.”

“However,” Collymore cautioned, “I don’t think this partnership will last for several years. At most, I give it two years. If Glasner performs well and reaches that point in his contract, he’ll start demanding assurances, specific players, and more control, which could lead to clashes with the director of football or the owner.”

“If he doesn’t meet Marinakis’ expectations—which likely include securing European qualification and winning a trophy, as he did with Crystal Palace—then he’ll be dismissed. It’s not a perfect partnership, and we’ll have to wait and see how long it lasts. But Glasner is an excellent manager, and if he’s given time, resources, and confidence, he could achieve great things for the club.”

Financially, Glasner will have support when he assumes control, as Forest’s budget has been boosted by the record-breaking sale of England international midfielder Elliot Anderson to Manchester City. The club’s leadership has consistently shown willingness to back its managers in the transfer market.

With funds available and ambitious plans being drawn up both on and off the field, Glasner will have the opportunity to shape his squad. Whether this potentially exciting partnership between Glasner and Marinakis can transform promise into genuine progress remains to be seen.