Gabriel Moscardo is reportedly closing in on a move to Chelsea (Getty)
Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Corinthians midfielder Gabriel Moscardo, according to reports in Brazil.
The 18-year-old made his first-team debut for Corinthians in June and is widely regarded as one of the brightest midfield talents in the country.
Moscardo has already attracted interest from several clubs across Europe including Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona and Real Madrid.
But according to former Corinthians midfielder Neto, who now hosts Brazilian TV show ‘Os Donos da Bola’, claims Chelsea have won the race to sign Moscardo.
Speaking on Monday’s show, Neto said: ‘The Moscardo boy was sold to Chelsea. That’s the information I have. That’s why he didn’t play.’
It was also claimed that Chelsea will pay Corinthians £21 million for the midfielder.
Gabriel Moscardo made his debut for Corinthians in June (Getty)
Speaking earlier this month, Moscardo confirmed that Chelsea had made an approach in the summer.
‘There was a proposal from Chelsea months ago, but I talk a lot with my agent and my parents and they try to give me as little information as possible,’ Moscardo said.
‘They say there is not long until the end of the season, they tell me to dedicate myself and do well, and that at the end of the season, there will be good things.’
However, reports in France dispute the claim that Chelsea have reached an agreement for Moscardo.
Foot Mercato reports that PSG are in ‘advanced negotiations’ with Moscardo’s agent, while the French club’s advisor, Luis Campos, is due to meet officials from Corinthians.
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