Nuno Tavares joins Nottingham Forest on loan from Arsenal as Portuguese full-back

Nottingham Forest Sign Portuguese Full-Back Nuno Tavares from Arsenal

In a surprising move, Championship club Nottingham Forest has secured the signing of talented Portuguese full-back Nuno Tavares from Premier League side Arsenal for a season-long loan deal with potential future options.

The 23-year-old left-back made his name at Benfica before joining the Gunners in a notable £8 million transfer in 2021. During his time at Arsenal, Tavares showcased his skills and versatility across 28 appearances for the London outfit.

Tavares spent last season on loan at French club Marseille, where he made quite an impact by scoring an impressive six goals in 31 Ligue 1 games. This experience undoubtedly contributed to attracting attention from Nottingham Forest’s management team.

“Forest is more than just a club; it carries an extraordinary legacy as two-time winners of European Cups. To have the opportunity to be part of this history makes me truly ecstatic,” said an elated Tavares upon signing the contract.

With the full-back’s arrival at Nottingham Forest, fans eagerly anticipate witnessing Tavares’ impact on the team and a potential revival for the club in their pursuit of promotion to the Premier League.