According to Central da Toca, Real Betis is interested in Cruzeiro defender Jonathan Jesus. The report states that Cruzeiro's management is described as inflexible and will only negotiate from a minimum of 20 million euros.

According to Globo.com, Betis has an interest in Jonathan Jesus, and Cruzeiro is unwilling to begin negotiations for a price under 15 million euros.

Real Betis is monitoring 21-year-old Cruzeiro centre-back Jonathan Jesus, with club representatives making inquiries and observers attending his matches. Although the situation is considered preliminary, there is a consensus among those connected to the player and Cruzeiro that an offer from the European market will be made. In December, Cruzeiro rejected a proposal from Zenit, reportedly for 8 million euros, because the board believed the player's value would increase.