HARD GRAFT NOT WITCHCRAFT

Dyche warns: There's no magic formula

- BY SARAH CLAPSON

SEAN DYCHE has told fans there is no “magic dust” that he can sprinkle to improve Nottingham Forest's situation.

Balancing competing in Europe while trying to move away from trouble in the Premier League is the Tricky Trees' task this season.

Forest face Leeds tomorrow in a potential six-pointer - just three days after their goalless draw at Sturm Graz in the Europa League.

After being dragged into an early relegation scrap, fans have been forced to reevaluate their expectations for the campaign.

Dyche has arrived at the club and delivered some home truths - but he believes supporters appreciate the no-nonsense approach as he focuses on guiding his team towards topflight safety.

Dyche said: "The fans have been terrific since I've been here and are finding a bit of balance.