Nottingham Forest news: The inside story of dead man walking Steve Cooper's new deal

It's been quite a return to the Premier League for Nottingham Forest, who certainly haven't gone about their business quietly since earning promotion from the Championship back in May. In fact, since winning the play-off final and reclaiming their spot in the top flight for the first time in 23 years, there has hardly been a dull day for Steve Cooper's side. Steve Cooper was handed a shock new three-year deal as Nottingham Forest boss on Friday Cooper is a favourite among fans after guiding them back into the Premier League for the first time in 23 years after winning the Championship play-off final back in May Yet an incredible week that seemed to start with Cooper under pressure has ended with the fan favourite penning his name to a stunning three-year contract despite huge concerns over his future prior to his deal being announced on Friday. TUESDAY Tuesday morning saw Cooper's position under discussion but Forest's owners were also asking questions about the roles of chief executive Dane Murphy, head of recruitment George Syrianos and scout Andy Scott. Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis had a late change of heart over axeing Steve Cooper 'It's given us and me a real chance to show how good we can be.