05 Jul 2025
Nottingham Forest is delighted to confirm the signing of Igor Jesus from Botafogo. The 24-year-old striker has signed a four-year deal having just returned from the FIFA Club World Cup. Along the way to Botafogo qualifying for the knockout stages, the Brazilian scored twice in the tournament, including the winner against PSG, and was named Player of the Match in the team’s opening two fixtures. The Brazilian started his career at Coritiba where he made his first team debut at the age of 18. In 2020, Igor joined UAE side Shabab Al Ahli, where he scored 43 times and registered 20 assists in 88 appearances. Returning to his homeland in July 2024, Igor’s domestic form earned him his first international call-up as he was selected for Brazil’s World Cup Qualification games in October and November. A memorable start to his international career saw the striker score on his debut against Chile and provide an assist against Peru. The versatile forward, who can operate as a central striker or from the wing, led the line for Botafogo as they lifted the Serie A and Copa Libertadores titles last season. Everyone at Nottingham Forest welcomes Igor, who will join his new teammates in pre-season ahead of the new campaign. Upon signing, Igor Jesus, said: “I’m really happy to be a part of this new story, especially at a club like Nottingham Forest. “I didn’t have to think twice about the offer, I embraced it. I embraced the project that they sent me. I am delighted to be coming here and hope to do some great work. “I will do my very best to achieve great results and bring joy to all the Forest family.” Ross Wilson, Chief Football Officer, said: “We have tracked Igor over a long period of time now and we are pleased he has now joined the Club. Igor joins a strong and united squad we are sure that he will settle in well to our group. “The club continues to grow and develop all the time and we know Igor shares such ambition as he moves to Nottingham and the exciting challenge for him in the Premier League.”