brighton And nottingham forest Both have become part of the search for a new centre-back in Brazil. Local team Cruzeiro are working on two different Premier League tracks to strengthen their squad.
The circumstances are different, but the obstacles seem remarkably similar. In both cases, the English clubs want a permanent transfer and have no interest in making things easier through a loan arrangement.
The latest news comes from a Brazilian outlet ball radar.
Brighton talks continue over Igor Julio
Igor remains Julio Cruzeiro's priority target. And we are monitoring his condition closely.
The Brazilian side have spent several weeks in talks with Brighton and Recently their initial proposal was rejected. However, that setback has not changed the atmosphere regarding the deal.
Cruzeiro has already prepared An improved offer worth around £4.3 million (€5 million) plus an additional £850k (€1 million) in bonuses brings him very close to Brighton's valuation.
Rader da Bola says the main discussions now revolve around the payment structure and final financial details. Apparently, Brighton intend to invest more than the Minas Gerais board expects at this time.
There is still confidence in the Brazilian side as Igor Julio wants the move. The defender has attracted interest from elsewhere in Europe, but reports in Brazil indicate he views a return home positively after spending almost a decade abroad.
The broader picture around the player also points to a departure. Brighton have already informed Igor Julio that they expect to negotiate his exit this summer, and the defender has recently fueled further discussions with an instagram post.
Nottingham forest ranger enters the picture
While these negotiations continue, Cruzeiro begins another line of questioning. According to Radar da Bola, the club have made an approach for Nottingham Forest defender Morato as they look for alternative options in the market.
Forrest's reaction is much the same. The Premier League club do not want to loan the player and will only consider a permanent sale. They also attach a price tag that Brazilian reports describe as high.
This has made negotiations difficult from the start, even if Cruzeiro considers the defender an interesting option.
Morato joined Forest from Benfica and has had limited opportunities since moving to England His strong performance in the last months of the season.
However, at 23, he remains a player with development potential and resale value, which are factors that strengthen Forest's negotiating position.
Domino effect between Brighton and Forest
Finally, the two conditions may be directly linked.
Cruzeiro continues to insist on Igor Julio and still sees the Brighton defender as his preferred option. If the clubs eventually close the remaining gap in negotiations, the Brazilian side will have no reason to pursue Morato.
However, if talks with Brighton continue to stall, attention could quickly shift to Nottingham Forest.
