Nottingham Forest has secured a spot in European football for the upcoming season, although it remains uncertain which competition they will be participating in.
It is now confirmed that the club will be competing in the UEFA Conference League for the 2025/26 campaign after Evangelos Marinakis sought clarification from UEFA regarding the rules for multi-club owners.
Initially, there were talks of Forest joining Olympiacos in the Champions League, but with that no longer on the table, Marinakis has regained control of the team at the City Ground.
However, there are ongoing uncertainties surrounding Crystal Palace, owned by John Textor who also has ties to Lyon. It is up to Palace to demonstrate that he does not hold a majority stake in the club.
Amidst these developments, Drogheda United has been disqualified from the Conference League due to similar ownership issues, emphasizing the importance of compliance with UEFA regulations.
The fate of Palace will ultimately impact Forest’s European prospects, with the possibility of winning promotion to the Europa League if Palace is excluded. Forest fans should exercise caution, as the situation is complex and could have significant implications for both clubs.
As the clubs await a decision from UEFA, transfer activities may be affected, highlighting the urgency for a resolution to be reached promptly.
