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Former Everton Chief Praises Forest Owner’s Negotiation Skills
Keith Wyness, who previously held the reins as CEO of Everton FC, has commended Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis for his adept handling of negotiations with Nottingham City Council. The discussions have led to a significant development for the club’s future at the City Ground.
Deal Struck for City Ground Expansion
After a period of tense negotiations that saw Nottingham Forest threatening to relocate to a new stadium, a deal has been struck with the city council. This agreement, in principle, will see the club purchase the land surrounding their historic City Ground, paving the way for an ambitious expansion. The planned redevelopment will increase the stadium’s capacity from 29,000 to an impressive 40,000 by reconstructing two of its stands.
City Council’s U-Turn Benefits Nottingham
Wyness has openly criticized the city council’s initial stance that led to a breakdown in talks earlier in the year, suggesting that losing the club would have been a grave error for the city. The former CEO highlighted the importance of Nottingham Forest to the local economy and the city’s identity, suggesting that the council’s eventual decision to sell the land was the right move.
Marinakis’ Mastery in Negotiations
In a candid interview with Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Wyness expressed relief that political barriers had been overcome in the negotiations. He attributed the swift and favorable outcome to Marinakis’s negotiation prowess, asserting that the Forest owner has “played a blinder” in securing what the club needed in a relatively short time frame.
Nottingham Forest’s Win-Win
The agreement heralds a win-win situation for both Nottingham Forest and the city at large. With plans for expansion now feasible, the club can look forward to welcoming more fans to their home games, while the city can continue to reap the economic and cultural benefits that come with hosting a Premier League football club at the heart of its urban center.
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