Forest Green let Savage talk to Peterborough

Forest Green have opened the door for boss Robbie Savage to hold talks with another club, with Peterborough hovering.

What happened. Forest Green Rovers have given manager Robbie Savage permission to speak to another club amid speculation linking him to the vacant Peterborough United job. Savage will not be in the dugout for Tuesday's National League home game against Wealdstone.

• Savage was appointed at Forest Green on 1 July 2025, his first managerial role in the top five tiers
• Peterborough are seeking a manager after sacking Luke Williams on 19 September
• Forest Green sit 12th in the National League after 10 matches this season

“I don't know, I've got a game to prepare for and I'm really excited to watch my team”

— Robbie Savage

Peterborough, 23rd in League One with one win in eight, could now move for Savage, while Forest Green prepare without him.

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