Overview
- Forest announced the arrival of 22-year-old left-back Cuiabano from Botafogo on a contract through 2029.
- Cuiabano becomes the fourth player to join from Botafogo this window, following Igor Jesus, Jair Cunha and John Victor.
- Chief football officer Ross Wilson said the window targeted quality in every position and long-term potential, calling Cuiabano an exciting, widely tracked talent.
- The club has already bolstered the squad with signings including Dan Ndoye, Angus Gunn, Omari Hutchinson, James McAtee, Arnaud Kalimuendo, Douglas Luiz and Nicolo Savona.
- Local reports indicated deadline-day attention was expected to include potential outgoings and a possible late deal for Strasbourg winger Dilane Bakwa.