Real Madrid are expected to soon announce the signing of FC Tokyo whizkid Takefusa Kuba.

That's according to Le 10 Sport.

The 18 year-old is a former Barcelona junior and was wanted by his former club, along with PSG and Manchester City.

However, Real are said to have struck terms with Kuba, who is coming off contract at FC Tokyo.

The midfielder, who has been likened to Lionel Messi, will initially be registered with Castilla.