Nottingham Forest have agreed terms with Palmeiras for Danilo.

Forest are now edging closer to the signing of Brazilian youngster Danilo and have reached an agreement with Palmeiras on a £17.8million deal, says Foot Mercato.

The 21-year-old midfielder had already reached an agreement on personal terms with the Tricky Trees and he is expected in England over the coming days to complete a medical.

Danilo is hailed as one of the finest young players in Brazil and he was wanted by Arsenal in the summer.

The midfielder was called up to the Brazil squad last year.