Dyche was dismissed after Forest’s disappointing goalless draw against at the City Ground. The stalemate against the league’s bottom side ultimately proved to be the final straw for the club’s hierarchy.
Pereira has quickly emerged as the leading candidate, with his work during his first season at Wolves catching the attention of Forest owner . His impact at Molineux has reportedly made him an appealing option as Forest look to spark a revival.
According to The Athletic, several Wolves staff members noted striking similarities between Pereira and former head coach when Pereira first arrived in the Midlands. Those who had worked under Nuno felt a sense of familiarity in Pereira’s methods and tactical approach.
That resemblance could prove encouraging for Forest supporters. Nuno previously guided Forest to a seventh-place finish last season, and Pereira’s comparable tactical outlook may offer hope for a strong finish to the current campaign.
Pereira is also known for promoting unity within the squad — an area where Forest have reportedly struggled in recent months, with some players said to have grown frustrated under Dyche. His emphasis on togetherness and structure could therefore provide a timely reset.
With challenging fixtures against , and looming, Pereira will need to deliver an immediate uplift similar to the one he achieved at Wolves.
While results under Dyche had begun to feel predictable and outdated — particularly in matches against sides around Forest in the table — Pereira’s arrival signals a shift in direction. If he can recreate the same cohesion and tactical clarity he established at Wolves, Forest may yet defy expectations before the season concludes.