West Ham United are closing in on a deal to sign Morato from Nottingham Forest on an initial loan, with negotiations progressing between the two Premier League clubs.
The Brazilian defender has emerged as an option for West Ham as they look to strengthen their defensive options, and discussions are now moving towards the final stages. The proposed agreement is expected to initially be structured as a loan, with further details of the deal still being worked out.
Softfootball notes that there has been nothing advanced so far regarding Wout Faes. The Leicester City defender has been offered as an alternative option, including to Parma, but the Italian club have no interest in pursuing a deal after completing the signing of Diego Carlos.
West Ham’s focus therefore remains on Morato, with the club keen to complete the necessary steps and bring the defender into their squad.
His physical presence and experience could provide additional depth at the back as the Hammers prepare for a demanding Premier League campaign.
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest are also dealing with interest in their squad, with Crystal Palace rejecting a bid from Forest for goalkeeper Dean Henderson. Forest had identified Henderson as a potential target, but Palace remain firm over their position for now.
The developments highlight the ongoing transfer activity involving both clubs as they continue to shape their squads before the window closes.
For West Ham, securing Morato on loan would offer an opportunity to strengthen defensively without committing immediately to a permanent transfer. The coming days are expected to determine whether the remaining details can be resolved and the move officially completed.
