john’s Nottingham Forest Transfer Sparks Fan Outrage: ‘You Have to Ban’
RIO DE JANEIRO - the swift departure of goalkeeper John from botafogo to Nottingham Forest is fueling anger among the club’s fanbase, with many expressing betrayal over a player who recently pledged his commitment to the Brazilian side. The 29-year-old’s move,finalized after West Ham withdrew from negotiations,has ignited a firestorm on social media,with supporters calling for the club to implement stricter contract clauses.
John’s exit comes despite previously stating his desire to remain at Botafogo and contribute to the club’s ongoing success, including their 2024 Brazilian and Libertadores championship run. The transfer was ultimately facilitated by Botafogo owner John Texor, who acceded to the player’s request to pursue opportunities in the Premier League. This abrupt shift has left many fans feeling deceived and questioning the loyalty of players in the modern game.During his 89 appearances for Botafogo, John became a key figure in the team’s resurgence. He will reunite with former botafogo teammates Igor Jesus and Jair at Nottingham Forest. A potential reunion with Cuiabano was considered, but he has since returned to Botafogo on loan until the end of 2025.
Botafogo has moved to fill the void left by John’s departure, securing the services of 36-year-old veteran Neto, who has previously played for clubs including Fiorentina, Juventus, Barcelona, and Arsenal. Neto has already made two appearances for Glorioso, securing wins against Youth and Bragantino.
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