Nice are moving for Barcelona defender Marlon Santos.

El Mundo Deportivo says negotiations are well advanced between all parties.

Nice chief Julien Fournier was in Barcelona over the weekend to secure the deal and reached an agreement with the player.

Indeed, the Brazilian hasn't hesitated in accepting the move, despite his promotion to the Barca first team squad.

Marlon is expected to sign on-loan for OGCN this week.