The young forward has emerged as the most exciting talent in the Brasileiro after returning following four years playing in the UAE.
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Still only 23, Igor carries a £30m price-tag and West Ham's interest raises the prospect of a swap involving Lucas Paqueta.
Botafogo owner John Textor is willing to do business and had plans to place Igor at Everton if his takeover bid had been successful.
Textor is a fan of Paqueta, says The Sun, with a swap option now being considered.
