Talking on Friday afternoon, Postecoglou mentioned the Europa League title he received at Tottenham final season, earlier than he was sacked in the summertime, demonstrates he doesn’t enable stress to influence his administration.

“It does not enter my head,” he added. “My duty lies in ensuring this soccer membership progresses and will get to a place the place it could problem for issues,” mentioned Postecoglou.

“If I begin placing timelines to that or fear about what will occur subsequent week then I’m not performing the function I’ve been given.

“I simply do not suppose it’s useful to anybody. On the finish of the day, I’ve to focus on the setting, the coaching, the way in which we play, and, as I mentioned final night time, I’m nonetheless very, very sturdy in my perception that we aren’t too far-off.

“Put it this manner – I knew I used to be getting sacked at Tottenham about three or 4 months earlier than I did, however that did not cease me from successful one thing.”

The 60-year-old joined Spurs from Celtic in 2023 and supporters initially warmed to the Australian for his attacking type of play, with the Londoners ending fifth within the Premier League throughout his first season.

Postecoglou’s second time period was harder as Spurs completed fourth from backside within the desk. He did, nonetheless, lead the membership to their first trophy in 17 years as they beat Manchester United within the Europa League last.

Forest go to Newcastle United on Sunday (14:00 BST).