NOTTINGHAM Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi says he will be 'patient' over the appointment of the next manager of the club.
The club's Kuwaiti chairman yesterday parted company with Billy Davies.
And he was last night locked in talks with experienced former Notts County manager Neil Warnock.
It had been expected that Warnock, who has more recently managed Crystal Palace, QPR and Leeds, could be appointed as soon as today.
But academy boss Gary Brazil – himself a former manager at Meadow Lane – will now take charge of the game against Charlton tomorrow night.
"I am aware many people expect me to announce a new manager imminently, however I must stress the need for patience as I make the important decision of who takes the reins at this crucial stage of the season," said Al Hasawi in a statement.
"As always I will keep our supporters informed of any developments, but in the meantime I ask everyone to get behind our Academy manager Gary Brazil as he takes charge of first-team affairs until a permanent appointment is made.
"Gary has carried out some terrific work with our younger players and I am delighted he has agreed to take temporary charge."
Al Hasawi did offer some words of thanks to Scotsman Davies, who was given the axe following a run of eight games without a win.
But, tellingly, he also pledged that the club would look to improve their relationship with the media, after his departure.
"I would like to place on record my gratitude to Billy Davies for all his efforts," said Al Hasawi.
"I wish him all the best for the future.
"Supporters can rest assured the local and national press will have regular access to whoever is appointed as our new manager as, with immediate effect, any bans imposed on members of the media are lifted.
"I hope the club can now look forward to enjoying a positive relationship with the press."
Al Hasawi is also keen to get some of the club's former greats involved behind the scenes – and has started by handing European Cup winning skipper John McGovern an ambassadorial role.
"John is a fantastic character with many fascinating tales to tell and I am delighted he has accepted my invitation," said Al Hasawi.
