Nottingham Forest have confirmed that winger Jota Silva is travelling to finalize his transfer to Olympiacos, marking the end of his spell at the club. The 26‑year‑old Portuguese is set to undergo a medical in Amsterdam, where the Greek champions are holding their pre‑season camp, before signing a new contract.

How did the deal develop?

Portuguese journalist Sebastião Sousa‑Pinto reported that Silva arrived in the Netherlands on Tuesday, a day after reports emerged of an agreement between Forest and Olympiacos. The Greek side have been monitoring the player since his loan at Besiktas, where he netted five times in 22 appearances during the 2025/26 season. Forest have not issued an official statement, but the move now appears imminent.

What does the move mean for Forest?

Silva remains under contract until June 2028, yet the club told him his chances of regular Premier League football were limited. With Forest sitting 16th in the Premier League, 44 points from 38 games and a recent form of DLDWW, the squad is reshaping to avoid relegation. Losing a winger who contributed flashes of quality means the manager will need to rely on younger options or seek a replacement in the January window.

What lies ahead for Jota Silva?

If the medical goes smoothly, Olympiacos will secure Silva for the upcoming season, giving him a chance to play in the Super League Greece and potentially in European competition. The move offers a fresh start after a modest loan in Turkey, where his five goals highlighted his attacking instincts. Should everything fall into place, Forest will confirm his departure once paperwork is signed.

Current Forest context

Forest’s league standing sits 16th in the Premier League, 44 points, 11W‑11D‑16L from 38 games, with a recent form of DLDWW. They have scored 48 goals and conceded 51, three behind a neutral goal difference. Their last result was a 1‑1 draw with Bournemouth on 24 May 2026. These figures underline the pressure on the club to tighten the squad as the season draws to a close.