Vítor Pereira said his departure "came as a complete surprise to me and without any warning". He added he leaves with "no bitterness or resentment". Nottingham Forest terminated his contract under a clause effective 30 June.
Vítor Pereira, 58‑year‑old former midfielder, moved to Nottingham Forest from Al‑Shabab. He earned a senior cap for Portugal in 1994. His contract runs until 30 June 2027.