Brazilian whizkid Alipio trained for the first time with new club Real Madrid yesterday.

The 16 year-old former Rio Ave striker was snapped up by Real from under the noses of Chelsea earlier this week.

Alipio said: "Valdebebas is incredible. It is something from another world.

"I felt very good. The players received me very well and the coach was with me to give me confidence and keep me calm. I am very happy and contented."

He added: "My brother told me once: 'one day you will play for Real Madrid'. I've always wanted to play for a great club, but who knew that it would be Real Madrid?

"Pepe is a great person, a great footballer and is helping me a lot. He told me to work hard every day and to take it easy."