Globo.com reports that Palmeiras was interested in Igor Julio from Brighton at the beginning of the year. At that time, and before Nino, Palmeiras reached out to Igor Julio, but it did not proceed past an inquiry.

ESPN BR reports that Palmeiras is monitoring Brighton defender Igor Julio. He became an option after Zenit did not agree to release Nino in the current transfer window.

In the past, Palmeiras were linked with Igor but were unwilling to pay the £6m asking price set by Brighton.

As part of its search for a new defender, Palmeiras is monitoring Igor Julio, a 27-year-old Brazilian centre-back who belongs to Brighton and is currently on loan at West Ham. The defender is one of several names being considered by the club, which is also looking at other targets. Igor Julio's loan at West Ham is scheduled to last until the middle of the year, while his contract with Brighton is valid until the end of the 2026/2027 season. He has made 4 appearances in the current Premier League season. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is estimated to be €15.00m. In the past, clubs such as Crystal Palace and Real Sociedad have also been linked with the player.