Dyche’s predecessor, Ange Postecoglou, also mentioned fitness in his final press conference before his exit after 39 days in charge. The Australian said of the Forest players’ physical ‘metrics’ needed for his style of football: “We’re getting closer, but we’re still well off where we need to be.”

Nottingham Forest host Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday as Sean Dyche seeks his first win as boss. Dyche was appointed Nottingham Forest manager earlier in October, replacing Ange Postecoglou after his woeful 39 days in charge.

RUBEN AMORIM aimed a dig at Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche’s fleeting punditry stint ahead of Manchester United’s trip to the City Ground. While he was out of work in August, Dyche claimed

The message came after Dyche - born in Kettering - had been appointed the new boss of Nottingham Forest, succeeding Ange Postecoglou, who lasted just 39 days at the club. Paula Conde-Sharpe, from the community group, said she still loved him as he had "never forgotten his roots".

Forest considered Marco Silva to replace Nuno Espírito Santo and he has since been linked with the role again. That's according to Football Insider, who claim Forest are keeping a close eye on Silva's situation at Fulham as he remains a long-term target despite their decision to appoint Dyche.

Nottingham Forest boss Sean Dyche has spoken about how the club's supporters have given him a lifelong memory just a week after taking charge at the City Ground.

Sean Dyche challenged Nottingham Forest to take responsibility and raise their "minimums" following a 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth in his first Premier League match in charge.

Stefan Borson has revealed Nottingham Forest's priority after Sean Dyche has been appointed at the City Ground.