Real Madrid close in on Flamengo midfielder Reinier
Real Madrid are moving closer to signing the 17-year-old Flamengo midfielder. The Brazilian could move this month and would spend the rest of the season with Raúl's Castilla side.
Real Madrid are said to be close to signing yet another rising Brazilian star.
Zinedine Zidane's side have reportedly agreed a fee for Flamengo's Reinier, who could move to Spain this month.
Chelsea, meanwhile, may have to wait until after the season has finished until their top targets become available.
TOP STORY – REAL MADRID TO SIGN REINIER FOR €30M
According to widespread reports, Real Madrid are close to finalising a deal to sign Flamengo's Reinier.
The 17-year-old could move to the Spanish capital in January and spend the rest of the season with Raul's Castilla team.
Reinier, who turns 18 on 19 January and will therefore become an easier deal to complete, will apparently cost €30m plus potential add-ons.
Real Madrid have their eyes on another young Brazilian
— Goal News (@GoalNews) January 3, 2020
And they hope to complete the deal this month
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