Botafogo attempt to hijack West Bromwich Albion deal for Claudio Yacob?

West Bromwich Albion are reportedly hopeful of completing the signing of Argentina international midfielder Claudio Yacob later today, despite a late move from Brazilian club Botafogo.

Yacob is a free agent this summer following his release from Buenos Aires outfit Racing Club.

The 24-year-old spent Friday at the Hawthorns and a deal was close to being finalised, but Botafogo have now thrown a spanner in the works by making the player an improved contract offer, according to the Daily Mail.

Yacob has been capped three times at senior international level.