Nottingham Forest have added Cruzeiro forward Kaio Jorge to their radar as they assess options to increase competition in attack.
Ontheminute.com understands that Forest are monitoring the 24-year-old alongside Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Bayer Leverkusen. The race now features three Premier League clubs.
Kaio Jorge built his reputation at Santos before joining Juventus. A difficult period in Italy, including a spell with Frosinone, was followed by a return to Brazil and renewed momentum at Cruzeiro.
Forest may see value in a striker who has European experience but still possesses room to develop. His movement across the frontline and instinct around goal could provide a different attacking option.
The growing interest places Cruzeiro in a strong negotiating position. They can wait for clubs to turn monitoring into formal contact before deciding their response.
Forest have entered a crowded contest, and acting quickly may be necessary if they decide Kaio Jorge is their preferred target.
