Robinho wants Real Madrid move in January

The agent of Santos midfielder Robinho says the youngster wants to move to Real Madrid as soon as possible.

Wagner Ribeiro revealed to AS yesterday: "We are confident over the next few hours his mother will be released by her kidnappers. This isn't wishful thinking, but based on the good feedback I have received from the authorities."

"No longer does a good atmosphere exist for Robinho to stay in Brazil. He's not interested in waiting around. He wants to move to Madrid as soon as he can."

"Although Real Madrid's preference is to have first option, the player wants to complete the move immediately."

Benfica has first option on Robinho, but that agreement will expire at the end of November unless they cough up £4 million.