Real Madird have an agreement with AS Monaco striker Radamel Falcao, it is claimed.BeinSports says Falcao has agreed terms with Real and his transfer from Monaco will be announced after the World Cup.
The Colombian, who has recovered from a serious knee injury, rejected rival offers from Manchester City and Chelsea to commit to Real.
The 28 year-old's agent, Jorge Mendes, also takes care of Real star Cristiano Ronaldo and negotiations with president Florentino Perez were smooth.
It's no secret Falcao's family struggled to settle in Monaco and his decision to do his knee rehab in Madrid did hint of problems in France.
Real are understood to be nearing an in-principle agreement with Monaco over a fee for the Colombian.
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