Stuart Pearce is a man with his status as a Nottingham Forest legend firmly intact and that’s unlikely to ever change.
The former Forest captain and manager exemplifies what it means to play for the club.
Pearce is now a pundit, frequently appearing on television or radio to provide his opinion on a variety of topics.
Pearce reached out to Steve Cooper, who left Nottingham Forest in December, to wish him well in Leicester.
He has also stated whether or not he believes the former Forest man will be a good fit for those at the King Power Stadium.
What Stuart Pearce has said about Steve Cooper joining Leicester
Over the years, few people have chosen to leave Forest for Leicester.
Cooper might have wanted another go at the Premier League after losing his position at Forest in December.
Now he has a point to prove, and Pearce has revealed how he expects the 44-year-old to succeed in his new role.
He stated on TalkSPORT (24/06: 11:41am): “I have swapped texts with Steve since he got the job.”
“Obviously, I’ve been following his career, particularly at Nottingham Forest.” When he left, I was quite disappointed with the club. I believed he had done an excellent job there.
“Personally, I believe he is an excellent choice for Leicester. I believe he will go in there and maintain them in the division.
“I believe he has gained a lot from his time at Forest in the Premier League, which will serve him well.
“The way he conducted himself at Forest was commendable, in my world.”
Forest will wish Cooper well but hopefully he won’t have it easy at Leicester
It is possible to be forever thankful to Cooper for bringing Premier League football back to the City Ground while also hoping he fails at Leicester.
To be honest, it’s difficult to wish the former manager well when he isn’t in charge of a competing team, let alone a rival Premier League side.
Forest must be harsh in this regard, with no time for niceties when the two clubs face off.
Forest will be eternally grateful to Cooper for his efforts to restore the club to its rightful place and then maintain its status in the top division.
Now that he’s gone to Leicester, Forest fans shouldn’t become misty-eyed every time the Foxes win a Premier League game next season.
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