Nottingham Forest intend to liaise with the family of the late Brian Clough over what form a permanent commemoration of the legendary Reds manger should take.

Footall Association chairman Geoff Thompson described Brian Clough’s death as “a great loss to the game” as tributes poured in for the managerial legend.

Football Association chairman Geoff Thompson described Brian Clough’s death as “a great loss to the game“.

Legendary football boss Brian Clough, 69, died today after a battle against stomach cancer, hospital officials said.