Steve Cooper lifts lid on Evangelos Marinakis relationship and what Nottingham Forest owner never did

Former Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper revealed that owner Evangelos Marinakis was demanding but never interfered with team selections or game plans. Speaking on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football, Cooper explained that he maintains a positive relationship with Marinakis, noting that the Greek businessman offered honest post-match opinions without dictating tactical decisions during their time together at the City Ground.

Cooper also reflected on the challenge of securing promotion in 2022 and guiding the squad to top-flight survival the following season. He discussed managing an overhauled dressing room that absorbed 29 total signings across the summer and winter transfer windows, describing the transition from the Championship to the Premier League as a massive step up.