Post by gerrard on Oct 17, 2006 23:57:40 GMT
Real Madrid are reportedly close to finalising the capture of Brazilian left-back Marcelo.
The 18-year-old currently plies his trade for Fluminense and, having recently been called up to the Brazil national squad, is widely regarded in his homeland as the long-term successor to Roberto Carlos at international level.
It now appears he could well succeed Carlos at club level also with Real hoping to secure his services in the January transfer window.
A fee of around €6.5 million (£4 million) has been mooted for the teenager who is regarded as one of the finest young defenders in South America.
Barcalona are also said to be interested in the teenager.
The 18-year-old currently plies his trade for Fluminense and, having recently been called up to the Brazil national squad, is widely regarded in his homeland as the long-term successor to Roberto Carlos at international level.
It now appears he could well succeed Carlos at club level also with Real hoping to secure his services in the January transfer window.
A fee of around €6.5 million (£4 million) has been mooted for the teenager who is regarded as one of the finest young defenders in South America.
Barcalona are also said to be interested in the teenager.
