Betting firm Ladbrokes have closed the book on Real Madrid midfielder James Rodriguez joining Manchester United.

It broke last night that James' camp were ready to announce the transfer after the final LaLiga game of the season this weekend.

Ladbrokes had odds at 1/10, but have now suspended all betting on the deal.

Ladbrokes News' David Burin said: "Rodriguez joining United now looks like a certainty.

"We're all waiting now to see the midfield maestro with the famous Red shirt."