West Ham United are reportedly growing increasingly confident of landing John Victor this summer.

West Ham United are moving swiftly in their bid to sign John Victor, with talks now entering the final stages after the club submitted an improved £10 million offer to Botafogo.

Having seen their initial proposal fall short, the Hammers returned with a second bid—one that is now believed to be edging closer to sealing a full agreement. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Brazilian goalkeeper is eager to make the switch, and both clubs are now working on finalising the fee and deal structure.

John Victor is keen on Premier League move amid growing interest

According to Fabrizio Romano via X, the 29-year-old shot-stopper has made it clear he wants to test himself in the Premier League. West Ham United are currently leading the race despite rival interest from Aston Villa, Burnley, and Wolves.

Victor’s stock has risen following a string of impressive performances, most notably during the recent Club World Cup, where his agility and command of the box caught the eye of several European scouts. Some believe a Brazil national team call-up could be on the horizon if he continues this form.

Hammers eye successor to Areola as Potter rebuilds

The need for a new goalkeeper has become pressing for Graham Potter, who is still reeling from Alphonse Areola’s shaky pre-season showing, especially his two costly errors in the friendly against Manchester United. With Lukasz Fabianski’s departure already confirmed earlier this summer, West Ham are short of reliable options between the sticks.

Potter is said to be pushing hard for reinforcements and sees Victor as someone who can challenge and potentially replace Areola as the club’s new No.1. So, John Victor has emerged as a viable target for the East London outfit.

There is growing belief inside the London Stadium that the deal for John Victor will soon be done, with only minor details left to finalise. If agreed, the move would mark an early statement of intent by Potter in the transfer window, shoring up a vulnerable position with a keeper on the rise.