Evangelos Marinakis is widely believed to be personally connected in Nottingham Forest's latest successes. Oliver Glasner, the Forest manager, is optimistic before an Ipswich game but facing significant pressure following a £13 million financial embarrassment. Former Arsenal chief executive Edu has taken on a new role at a League Two club after Forest's recent dismissal. Marinakis' involvement is seen as a critical element in Forest's success, while Glasner's current financial issues and Edu's new role illustrate the club's current situation.