Brian Clough timeline

Clough, who died on Monday, had 18 successful years at the club.

"Nottingham Forest want to make some significant tribute to him," club chairman Nigel Doughty confirmed.

"At the appropriate time we will hopefully discuss with Mrs Clough and her family what we can do to place on record the club's total appreciation."

The City Ground club had already named a stand after Clough and commissioned a bronze bust in his image, which stands in the stadium's reception.

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But Doughty believes another permanent reminder of Clough's tenure - a golden age that featured back-to-back European Cups wins, an old Division One title and four League Cup triumphs - is appropriate.

"It really goes without saying that Nottingham Forest owe so much to the contribution made by Brian in his 18 years with us as manager," Doughty added.

"We know our supporters will also want us to do that and be part of any tribute themselves but the important issue at the moment is to show our utmost respect to the family."

Midlands neighbours Derby, who Clough led to the Division One championship in 1972, are also planning a commemoration, with fans asked to put forward their ideas.

Fans pay tribute to Clough

Suggestions have so far included renaming the A52 trunk road that links Derby and Nottingham, a statue, the renaming of a stand at Pride Park and organisation of an annual charity match pitting Forest against Derby.

The campaign to have Clough knighted, which had been gathering momentum even before his death, will now see Downing Street urged to bestow the honour posthumously.

A book of condolence for Clough has been opened in the foyer at the Council House, Market Square, Nottingham.

Rather than have two books of condolence, Forest decided not to have their own but have opened an internet book at their website, www.nottinghamforest.co.uk.

The club has also vowed to keep the City Ground open around the clock for fans to go and lay floral tributes.