{
  "id": 6227614,
  "title": "Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after turbulent spell",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/edu-leaves-nottingham-forest-after-turbulent-spell",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-08T03:40:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/edu-leaves-nottingham-forest-after-turbulent-spell/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Edu, the former Arsenal midfielder and current global head of football, has departed Nottingham Forest after a turbulent year-long stint. The 35-year-old has not been to a match since February, and his departure, with his contract reportedly terminated, was anticipated. Edu's role faced scrutiny following a disagreement with former manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who left the club last September, marking the first of four managers during Nottingham Forest's chaotic season. Nuno had hinted at internal strife, stating that his relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis had deteriorated. Edu does not appear set for a replacement, with George Syrianos, Forest’s chief football officer since July 2025, taking over his duties. Edu's portfolio encompassed Olympiacos and Rio Ave, both clubs owned by Marinakis. Having joined Arsenal in 2022, Edu became the club's inaugural sporting director, helping them secure two Premier League titles and two FA Cups during his tenure. His exit follows the appointment of Theodore Giannikos as chief executive last week, replacing Lina Souloukou, who resigned from the position at the end of last season.",
  "summary": "Global head of football Edu has left Nottingham Forest after just over a year at the City Ground. The former Arsenal midfielder has not attended a game since February, and his exit, with his contract believed to have been terminated, has been expected. His position came under the spotlight after a falling-out with Nuno Espirito Santo, who was sacked last […]",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Nottingham Forest 0-0 Tottenham Hotspur: Spurs secure first point of season",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/nottingham-forest-0-0-tottenham-hotspur-spurs-secure-first-point-of",
        "published": "2026-09-05T16:15:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "Forest and Spurs remain winless after disallowed goal drama in goalless draw",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/forest-and-spurs-remain-winless-after-disallowed-goal-drama-in",
        "published": "2026-09-05T19:00:36.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}