Exclusive: Nottingham Forest star rules out specific January transfer

Flamengo and Botafogo interested in Forest striker Jesus, but he has ruled out returning to Brazil and wants to stay in the Premier League.

Nottingham Forest striker Igor Jesus has attracted interest from Brazilian clubs ahead of January, with Flamengo and former club Botafogo among those enquiring about a possible move. However, Sport Witness understands the 25-year-old has no intention of leaving English football at this stage of his career, prioritising the Premier League despite limited appearances this season.

Forest have valued Jesus at €40m (£33.4m), a figure that would already complicate negotiations. But the biggest obstacle may be the player's own stance: he and his representatives have ruled out a return to Brazilian football. Jesus has made just seven appearances for Forest this season, scoring once, but remains committed to proving himself in England rather than moving back home.

During the summer window, Juventus and Porto also showed interest, demonstrating his appeal extends beyond Brazil. Unless circumstances change significantly, a departure to Brazil in January appears highly unlikely.