West Ham’s bid to sign Brazilian goalkeeper John Victor has hit a snag, with Botafogo demanding more than the £6m currently offered. Sky Sports reports earlier talks involved a higher figure, and negotiations remain ongoing. Victor, 25, is eager for a Premier League move and believes he can secure the No.1 spot at the London Stadium. Last season he was named Brazilian Footballer of the Year and was one of only two keepers to keep a clean sheet against PSG, alongside Liverpool’s Alisson Becker.
His growing reputation makes him an attractive target despite West Ham already signing Mads Hermansen this window. While Victor’s ambition and accolades are impressive, Botafogo’s increased demands highlight the risk of overpaying for potential rather than proven Premier League quality, leaving West Ham to balance ambition with caution.