Leicester City could miss out on a big payday as West Ham divert their focus away from Mads Hermansen.
City had been braced to sell their number one goalkeeper this summer after his exceptional performances prior to his groin injury last season.
And West Ham appeared to be a strong contender for his signature, especially when reports emerged from Denmark over the weekend that the 25-year-old had agreed personal terms with the Hammers.
However, on Tuesday morning, Sky Sports reported that Graham Potter’s side were in advanced talks over Botafogo goalkeeper John Victor.
They added that their attention had turned to the Brazilian because they were unwilling to meet City’s asking price for Hermansen.
City likely want more than £20m for the Dane, who signed from Brondby for £6.5m two s