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Marinakis allowed to continue hands-on approach at Forest despite shares switch

Nuno Espírito Santo (left) and Evangelos Marinakis have an on-pitch discussion after the 2-2 draw against Leicester.
Nuno Espírito Santo (left) and Evangelos Marinakis have an on-pitch discussion after the 2-2 draw against Leicester. Photograph: Sky Sports/PA

Evangelos Marinakis will be permitted to continue his hands-on approach to running Nottingham Forest next season despite relinquishing his shares in the club.

The Greek billionaire was strongly criticised for storming on to the pitch to confront the manager, Nuno Espírito Santo, following Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Leicester, which left Forest seventh in the table as they attempt to qualify for the Champions League.

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