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Cooper & Marinakis reach breaking point: Good luck Nuno…

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Even as Nuno Espirito Santo becomes Nottingham Forest's new manager, the fanbase continues to mourn the departure of Steve Cooper - a coach widely regarded as their best since legendary club figure Brian Clough...

This is a story that will resonate with fans all over the world - why there is no room for sentiment in modern football.

So, does Evangelos Marinakis have a plan, or are this just the latest example of a Premier League side run entirely on the impulses of their wealthy owner? 


Produced by Jay Beale

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

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