Inter Milan are on the verge of agreeing a deal with long-term Crystal Palace target Lucas Lima, according to reports in Italy.
The 27-year-old Santos midfielder, is set to move to the San Siro next season despite reports linking him with a move to Barcelona.
Crystal Palace were linked with the Brazil international extensively last summer and again earlier in the window but couldn't force through a deal.
And now, according to Sky Sport Italia, Inter are on the verge of completing a deal to bring the midfielder to Italy.
Although Lima may not be able to sign until January, given his Santos contract does not expire until the end of December, the Italian giants are increasingly confident of securing his services ahead of the start of the season.