According to GOAL, Chelsea are close to signing Santos wonderkid Angelo for €15 million (£12.9m/$16.3m), after Barcelona ruled themselves out of the race.

The 18-year-old has long been regarded as one of the top talents in Brazil and is likely to complete a move to Stamford Bridge in the coming days.

Barcelona had agreed a first-option clause on the 18-year-old, meaning they have the opportunity to match any bid, but they have opted against it.

Angelo has impressed in Brazil, already making 129 appearances for Santos at the age of 18. If the deal goes through the teenager will sign a six-year deal at Stamford Bridge.