Billy Davies becomes Nottingham Forest boss for the second time

Nottingham Forest have appointed Billy Davies as their new manager to replace Alex McLeish.

This will be Davies’ second spell in charge at the City Ground after previously leading them from 2008-2011.

And he has insisted that his return is a ‘dream come true’.

Davies told the club’s official website: “It is a privilege and an honour to be back in charge of the Reds. As my new friend Fawaz says I have unfinished business here at Forest and am relishing this great opportunity to return Forest to its former glory.

“My tenure at the City Ground was cut short last time and I can’t wait to get my boots back on and training the lads. We have a great squad and I know I can get the best from them. Coming home to The Reds is a dream come true.

Chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi added: “I’m delighted to welcome Billy back to our Club and really look forward to working closely with him.

“We know how hungry he is for success. In returning to The City Ground we believe his leadership will help us fulfil our ambition of making it to the Premier League.

“Billy is a Forest legend who needs no introduction to our loyal fans. We know how excited he is to pick up where he left off last time and we will back him 110%, - this is a very exciting appointment for us."