Brighton are emerging as favourites to win the race for Jonathan Cafu.
Brighton manager Chris Hughton
Premier League newcomer Brighton are reportedly leading the race to sign Ludogorets winger Jonathan Cafu.
A host of Premier League clubs are thought to be interested in Cafu, with the likes of Crystal Palace, Everton and West Ham been heavily linked with a move.
Ludogorets star Jonathan Cafu
However, according to reports from The Sun, the Seagulls are in the pole position to bring the Brazilian to the Premier League.
Of all the clubs linked, West Ham were thought to be the one who took serious interest in the Brazilian.
Last month, The Express claimed that Slaven Bilic, the Hammers boss, is keen on signing the winger who scored 14 goals in 46 games this season, and impressed in Ludogorets’ Champions League campaign.
West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic
However, it seems the player’s £10m release fee is turning out to be a big obstacle, with West Ham unwilling to pay that amount.
With West Ham seemingly distancing themselves from the race, it has allowed Brighton to swoop for the highly rated right winger.
The report adds that Stoke City and Leicester City have all discussed a potential move for Cafu.
Ludogorets Razgrad’s Jonathan Cafu celebrates scoring against Arsenal
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