West Ham sign Forest defender Morata on loan
BBC Sport · 2026-09-01 · all
West Ham sign Brazilian defender Morato from Premier League side Nottingham Forest on a season-long loan deal.
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West Ham United have completed the signing of Brazilian defender Morato on a season-long loan arrangement. Joining from fellow Premier League side Nottingham Forest, the player will spend the remainder of the campaign with the Hammers. This move provides the club with additional defensive depth as they navigate the current season. Having already gained experience in the Premier League with Forest, the defender brings familiarity with the division’s demands to the squad. The agreement focuses on a temporary stay for the duration of the term, bolstering the club’s options in the backline through the addition of the defender from Brazil.
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