Nottingham Forest Signs Alex Moreno on Loan

Nottingham Forest has officially signed Alex Moreno from Aston Villa on a season-long loan, a move that had been anticipated due to his availability and previous performance. The 31-year-old left-back, who joined Villa from Real Betis in January 2023, established himself as a key player but faced limited playing time due to competition from Lucas Digne and Ian Maatsen. Forest's chief football officer, Ross Wilson, expressed enthusiasm for Moreno's vast experience in both La Liga and the Premier League as they aim to strengthen their defense. The loan deal includes an option to buy, providing Forest an opportunity to secure Moreno permanently if his performance meets expectations. Moreno did not participate in Villa's recent match against West Ham and is expected to make his debut against newly-promoted Southampton. This signing reflects Forest's ambitions to compete effectively in the Championship after a 1-1 draw in their opening game against Bournemouth.