Forest Green Rovers are set to commence their search for a new manager after Robbie Savage agreed to become the new manager of Peterborough United.
A statement on X from Forest Green chairman Dale Vince said: “We have given Robbie Savage permission to speak to Peterborough.
"He wanted to leave the club for personal reasons, reasons which we understand and respect."
Robbie Savage had been at the helm of the National League club since July 2025 having previously been in charge of Macclesfield.
With the dust now settled on the Welshman's exit, we've assessed the candidates in the frame to succeed him in Nailsworth.
Next Forest Green Manager Contenders
Luke Williams
In recent days former Peterborough boss Luke Williams has moved into pole position to complete a managerial swap and take charge at Forest Green.
Williams' reputation in the dugout has taken something of a hit in recent years, with spells at Swansea City and the Posh both ending with him being dismissed following a poor run of results.
The former assistant to Russell Martin rose to prominence when guiding Notts County to promotion from the National League in an epic tussle with Wrexham, implementing an exciting attacking-focused brand of football at Meadow Lane.
Vince would no doubt love to see Williams replicate the style he oversaw at Notts, and a move to the New Lawn would allow the 45-year-old to provide a timely reminder of just why he was so coveted a few short years ago.
Mark Hughes
Mark Hughes is another name that has been linked with Forest Green following his ex-Wales teammate Savage's departure.
The former Manchester United forward was most recently in charge of Carlisle United, where he failed to orchestrate promotion back to League Two and subsequently left at the end of the season.
Hughes has a strong affiliation with Forest Green sporting director Mark Bowen, who he worked alongside at the likes of Manchester City, Stoke City and Blackburn Rovers.
Stuart Maynard
Another manager with a National League promotion on his CV, Stuart Maynard will likely have the pick of fifth tier clubs after leading York City into the Football League last term.
Maynard didn't even get the chance to take charge of one League Two fixture as he was surprisingly removed from his position at the LNER Community Stadium to make way for Scott Lindsey.
York edged Rochdale to the National League title under Maynard's stewardship, romping to 108 points and scoring an astonishing 114 goals with a free-flowing style.
As Maynard assesses his options, Forest Green may match his ambitions of seeking a return to the Football League.
