Stuart Pearce shares his thoughts on whether Steve Cooper will be a good appointment for Leicester after exchanging texts with him.
Stuart Pearce remains a Nottingham Forest legend, a status unlikely to ever change. Known for his distinguished captaincy and brief managerial tenure, Pearce epitomizes what playing for Forest should represent. Nowadays, he shares his insights as a pundit on television and radio.
Pearce recently revealed he has been in contact with Steve Cooper, who left Nottingham Forest in December and is now at Leicester City. Pearce expressed his well-wishes for Cooper’s new role and offered his thoughts on whether Cooper would be a good fit for Leicester.
Historically, few have moved directly between Forest and Leicester. Cooper, who lost his job with Forest in December, might be eager to return to the Premier League, feeling he has something to prove. Pearce discussed how he thinks the 44-year-old will fare in his new position.
Speaking live on TalkSPORT (24/06: 11:41am), Pearce said, “I have exchanged texts with Steve since he got the job. I have been following his career, especially at Nottingham Forest. I was really disappointed for the club when he left because I thought he did a great job there. Personally, I think he’s a great appointment for Leicester. I believe he will keep them in the division. He has learned a lot from his time at Forest in the Premier League, which will benefit him greatly. The way he conducted himself at Forest was commendable in my view.”
While Forest fans can be grateful to Cooper for restoring Premier League football at the City Ground, it’s difficult to wish him well now that he’s managing a rival club. Forest must remain competitive, and there will be no room for sentimentality when they face Leicester.
Cooper’s contributions to Nottingham Forest are undeniable. He played a crucial role in bringing the club back to the Premier League and keeping it there. However, now that he is at Leicester, Forest supporters must focus on their own team’s success rather than get nostalgic over Cooper’s achievements with the Foxes.
In conclusion, while Cooper’s time at Forest will always be appreciated, the primary concern for Forest fans is their team’s performance. Pearce’s endorsement of Cooper reflects his respect for his accomplishments, but the rivalry between the clubs means that any goodwill is set aside once the matches begin. Forest fans hope to see their club succeed without being overshadowed by Cooper’s potential achievements at Leicester.
