Real Madrid in advanced talks for Vasco da Gama starlet Coutinho

Real Madrid are on the brink of landing Vasco da Gama attacker Philippe Coutinho.

The 16 year-old is rated the best of his generation in Brazil and Vasco chiefs have confirmed he is close to signing with Real for around £ 4 million.

Vasco and Real are this week in negotiations for Coutinho.