Premier League authorities have responded to Nottingham Forest’s claims of questioning the integrity of officials in their match against Everton on Sunday (April 21).

Premier League takes jibe at Nottingham Forest for questioning officials’ integrity on social media

Nottingham Forest have received a four-point deduction for breaching Premier League profitability and sustainability rules (PSR) - plunging the club into the relegation zone, according to UK media reports.

Nottingham Forest receive four-point deduction, slip into relegation zone

Nuno Espirito Santo has been appointed as the new manager of Nottingham Forest, the Premier League club announced Wednesday. "Nottingham Forest can today confirm the appointment of Nuno Espirito Santo as first team head coach," said a club statement.

Premier League: Nottingham Forest appoint Nuno Espirito Santo as new manager after Steve Cooper sacking

Steve Cooper was sacked by Nottingham Forest on Tuesday amid reports the Premier League strugglers are set to hire Nuno Espirito Santo. Cooper was axed after a dismal run of one win in 13 Premier League games left Forest just one place above the relegation zone.

Premier League: Steve Cooper sacked as Nottingham Forest boss after poor run of results

He was dismissed following their 1-0 home defeat to Sunderland on Saturday

Mark Warburton sacked as Nottingham Forest manager