Manchester City are exploring a January deal for Brazilian youth international Vitor Reis, who is valued at around €40m, sources have told ESPN.

Premier League champions Manchester City are working around the clock to conduct transfer business this month, with their latest search taking them to Brazil.Etihad Stadium bosses are simultaneously

And transfer expert Fabrizio Romano is reporting: "Manchester City have agreed on personal terms with Vitor Reis and his agent, contract ready and green light from 18 yo centre back! "Negotiations underway to close the deal with Palmeiras around €40m, progress being made fast to avoid more clubs bidding.

Brighton have reportedly submitted a £23 million bid for Palmeiras’ highly-rated 18-year-old defender Vitor Reis. As reported by Ryan Walker and Simon Jones in The Daily Mail, the Seagulls are looking to bolster their squad during the January transfer window under the guidance of new manager Fabian Hurzeler.

Manchester City are interested in Palmeiras centre-back Vitor Reis. The club are exploring the possibility of a January deal for the 18-year-old Brazilian youth international. Reis is valued at around €40 million ($41m).

Manchester City are working on a deal to sign Palmeiras defender Vitor Reis. The Premier League champions have an agreement in place with the player and are negotiating over a fee with the Brazilian club valuing the 18-year-old at upwards of £25million (€30.