Sabri Lamouchi could write himself into Nottingham Forest folklore if he guides the club back into the top division after a 21-year absence, but the work he has done so far has already made him a hugely popular figure.
He has done a very impressive job considering his lack of experience managing in England, as well as taking over in somewhat difficult circumstances after Martin O’Neill was sacked. Since then, he has made many signings across the summer and in January, many of whom have proven astute additions such as Samba Sow and Brice Samba, with the latter keeping 12 clean sheets for the club already.
Sow has also enjoyed a 7.1 average rating from WhoScored despite often missing out in matches, but his ability to perform when called upon is testament to Lamouchi. The Frenchman has had to manage a rather large squad but it seems that he has kept all 25 of his players content throughout the season, given that his side are sitting just one point of the automatic promotion places.
As well as that, the depth he has in his squad and the rotation that is in place may mean his players will not be as fatigued as their rivals towards the end of the season, and that could prove vital in determining which team gets promoted.
Here is some of the praise Lamouchi has received.
Love the man
— Paul Goodacre (@PaulCGoodacre) February 10, 2020
I can see the big guns sniffing round this top man very soon!! Come on @NFFC give him the contract that he’s earned already #NFFC
— Paddy Joseph (@Plasticcpaddy) February 10, 2020
My next child is being named after this beautiful man
— JackNFFCMaddo (@JackMaddison13) February 10, 2020
Best thing that can happen is that Sabri is given a long term significantly extended contract … no matter what else happens …
— neil harrison (@nffcneil) February 10, 2020
Just reading that in his voice makes me breathless
— Sarcastic Forest (@SarcasticForest) February 10, 2020
We have a leader. A true coach. A real Manager. For the first time in the years (decades) I feel optimistic!
— Peter Ball (@peterbouncyball) February 10, 2020
As well as a team with more leaders than we’ve had in years. Having a manager that epitomises leadership is great, particularly without the “politics” – long may it continue #nffc https://t.co/En5OZPub4P
— Booooooooof (@misterbooof) February 10, 2020
Do you share the above views on Lamouchi Forest fans, is he the man to finally win promotion to the Premier League? Tell us what you think below…
