Igor Jesus Transfer from Botafogo to Nottingham Forest
Igor Jesus has completed a transfer to Nottingham Forest for 11.6 million euros. The transfer was finalized following his exposure in the Club World Cup.
Igor Jesus decided to remain at Botafogo to play in the Club World Cup before moving to Nottingham Forest. Nottingham Forest offered around 10 million euros, which was sufficient for Botafogo. He will join Nottingham Forest after the Club World Cup, marking his move to the Premier League.
ESPN BR has reported the confirmation of Igor Jesus's transfer to Nottingham Forest for the 2025/26 season. Nottingham Forest has announced that Igor Jesus will join them for the upcoming season. According to the agreement with the English club, he will remain with Botafogo until the conclusion of their participation in the FIFA Club World Cup. The transfer is valued at 20 million euros, with additional performance-related bonuses. Nottingham Forest commended him as a versatile forward who can play both as a striker and a winger. Igor Jesus indicated that he did not hesitate to accept the offer from Nottingham Forest, considering it a significant project.
Nottingham Forest officially announced the signing of Igor Jesus, a 24-year-old versatile forward from Botafogo. Jesus, who played a crucial role in leading Botafogo to win the Serie A and the Copa Libertadores, expressed his happiness about joining Nottingham Forest, stating he did not have to think twice about accepting the offer.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the agreement for the transfer of Igor Jesus to Nottingham Forest is finalized. The transfer also includes defender Jair Cunha, and negotiations are ongoing for left-back Cuiabano.
SkySports reports on Nottingham Forest's imminent £30m deal for Botafogo's Brazilian duo, Igor Jesus and Jair Cunha. Nottingham Forest are close to completing a £30m deal for Botafogo's Brazilian pair Igor Jesus and Jair Cunha.
Marca reports on the transfer of Igor Jesus to Nottingham Forest after the Club World Cup. Igor Jesus will be transferred to Nottingham Forest after the Club World Cup alongside his teammates Cuiabano and Jair Cunha. He expressed his commitment to Botafogo for the duration of the tournament, stating, "No me fui a finales del año pasado porque quería jugar esta competición. Estoy aquí en cuerpo y alma por el Botafogo." The transfer is valued at 38 million euros.
ESPN BR reports on Igor Jesus's transfer to Nottingham Forest. Igor Jesus has been negotiated with Nottingham Forest and has already bid farewell to the fans at Nilton Santos. He will play his last tournament for Botafogo, the Club World Cup, before moving to Nottingham Forest.
ESPN BR reports on Igor Jesus's transfer from Botafogo to Nottingham Forest in England. Igor Jesus is set to leave Botafogo to join Nottingham Forest in England following his participation in the Club World Cup. During his last match, Botafogo fans honored him with a large banner and cheers. Igor expressed his happiness and gratitude for his time at Botafogo, noting that he achieved significant success, including winning the Libertadores and Brazilian championships. He conveyed his excitement to take on the challenge of playing in the Premier League and believed that his style of play would suit the English game. Igor is expected to sign a five-year contract with Nottingham Forest, who paid approximately 20 million euros for his transfer, with additional bonuses based on performance targets. Nottingham Forest plans for him to be a backup to Chris Wood.
ESPN BR reports on the imminent transfer of Igor Jesus from Botafogo to Nottingham Forest. Igor Jesus will leave Botafogo after the Club World Cup to join Nottingham Forest. He will sign a five-year contract with the English team, which paid around 20 million euros with a bonus for achieving targets. Nottingham Forest intends for Igor to be a backup for Chris Wood.
Transfermarkt reports on Nottingham Forest's pursuit of Brazilian striker Igor Jesus from Botafogo. Nottingham Forest are close to agreeing a deal with Brazilian side Botafogo for the signing of striker Igor Jesus. Arsenal reportedly had a bid rejected for striker Jesus in January. Botafogo values him at €30m, but an offer of €23-25m could be enough for the player to leave Brazil. Igor Jesus returned to Brazil in July 2024 from Arabian football and was brought back by Botafogo on a free transfer. He has a current market value of €15m.
Nottingham Forest is attempting to acquire the 24-year-old striker Igor Jesus, who is an international player for Brazil and also holds a UAE passport, from Botafogo in the coming days. The information was initially reported by journalist Jorge Nicola. There is also a possibility that the player might be loaned to Olympiacos until next year.
Nottingham Forest have already been rejected by Igor Jesus. He personally rejected a bid from Nottingham Forest at the weekend which was said to be 30m Euros.
Igor Jesús has attracted significant interest from the Premier League following his performance with the Brazilian national team in the World Cup 2026 South American Qualifiers. Nottingham Forest is among the English clubs monitoring him.
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