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Forest sign Ward-Prowse and Benfica defender Morato

Nottingham Forest have completed deadline day deals for West Ham midfielder James Ward-Prowse and Benfica defender Morato.

Ward-Prowse moves to the City Ground on loan for the season and there is no option or obligation to buy.

The 29-year-old only joined the Hammers from Southampton for £30m last summer and made 51 appearances, scoring seven goals.

But boss Julen Lopetegui, who replaced David Moyes in May, has decided to let the 11-cap England international leave.

"I’m delighted to be here," said Ward-Prowse. "When I knew I had the opportunity to join the club and come and show what I can do, I thought it was a fantastic opportunity.