Coveted Brazil goalkeeper Alisson is close to agreeing a switch to Real Madrid and his Brazil team-mates are all aware the situation is at an ‘advanced stage’, according to reports.

Alisson, 25, experienced a fantastic breakthrough season in the Italian capital during 2017/18. He now goes into World Cup 2018 as undisputed No1 for the Canarinha, plus a transfer target for sides across Europe.

AS stated that Los Blancos are putting together a €70 million (Dh298.2m) offer to tempt the Giallorossi into doing business. Competition for the former Internacional shot stopper comes from Liverpool.

A deal will need to be wrapped up quickly as Alisson has stated he wants his future sorted out before Brazil’s first World Cup match. They kick-off their Group E-campaign on Sunday against Switzerland at Rostov Arena.