Forest appoint new women and girls manager

Nottingham Forest have appointed Amber Wildgust as women’s & girls manager.

The new role sees Wildgust work within chief football officer Ross Wilson’s team to lead the progression of Nottingham Forest Women both on and off the pitch.

Wildgust will also work alongside, Forest Women head coach, Andy Cook, to prepare his side for the 2023/24 campaign in the FA WNL Northern Premier Division.

Wildgust joins The Reds with experience in women’s football at Aston Villa, Watford and most recently at London City Lionesses as director of football.

She said: “I am delighted to join Nottingham Forest, as this club holds a significant place in my heart.”

“Forest Women had a successful season and came close to earning promotion to the FA Barclays Championship.”

“With a solid foundation already established, there is a great opportunity to build on our progress.”