Juventus in advanced talks for Colombian superkid James Rodriguez

Juventus are wrapping up a deal for Colombian superkid James Rodriguez.

The 18 year-old attacker is tied to Argentina's Banfield and is the target of a £4 million bid from Juve.

Juve chief scout Renzo Castagnini is in Buenos Aries this week and met with Banfield officials yesterday to discuss Rodriguez's situation. The player's agents also sat in on the meeting, says TMW.

Castagnini has told Juve's board that Rodriguez is destined for big things and he has been given the green light to push for an early agreement.

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