Nottingham Forest have clinched the signing of Portugal international and long-time West Ham target Jota Silva.
The 25-year-old has joined from Vitória de Guimarães, signing a four-year deal that runs until the summer of 2028, with a transfer fee of €7m plus add-ons.
West Ham had remained in negotiations with Vitória throughout the summer, and Silva was a serious target until as recently as Monday. However, once it became clear that the Hammers had an agreement with Leeds United for Crysencio Summerville, their interest in Silva ended, allowing Forest to make their move.
The signing of Summerville should also end the Irons interest in Corinthians winger Wesley and Juventus Mathias Soule who were serious considerations earlier in the transfer window.
Known as the Portuguese Jack Grealish, Jota can play anywhere across the front line. He arrives on the back of an impressive campaign last season, which saw him score 15 goals and register seven assists in 42 games for Vitória across all competitions.
