Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after turbulent spell
Summary
Edu, the global head of football at Nottingham Forest, has left the club after just over a year. His contract ended following reported tensions with management, and his duties will now be handled by the club’s chief football officer, George Syrianos.Key Facts
- Edu joined Nottingham Forest in July 2025 as the global head of football.
- He had previously worked for Arsenal for six years and was their first sporting director.
- Edu did not attend any Forest games since February before his exit.
- His role included overseeing Greek club Olympiacos and Portuguese club Rio Ave, both owned by Evangelos Marinakis.
- Eduardo reportedly had a falling-out with former Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo, who was sacked last September.
- Following Edu’s departure, no direct replacement is expected; George Syrianos will take over his responsibilities.
- Theodore Giannikos was recently appointed chief executive at Forest, replacing Lina Souloukou.
- Edu played as a midfielder and won two Premier League titles and two FA Cups with Arsenal during his playing career.
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