Nottingham Forest's Jota Silva Joins Besiktas on Loan with Purchase Option

Portuguese winger Jota Silva is set to leave Nottingham Forest on loan to Turkish club Besiktas after a failed last-minute transfer to Sporting. Silva struggled for playing time at Forest, featuring only 12 minutes this season, and the loan deal includes a €17 million option to buy, with Forest receiving a €3 million loan fee. Despite interest from another Turkish club, Trabzonspor, Silva honored his agreement with Besiktas, who finalized the deal as the transfer window closed. Negotiations reveal Besiktas’s loan fee is significantly lower than what Sporting was initially asked to pay. Silva is expected to complete his medical and finalize the transfer soon, with Besiktas preparing for their upcoming match against İstanbul Başakşehir. This move marks a fresh start for Silva after a turbulent transfer period and limited opportunities in the Premier League.