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Report: Agreement established between Atletico Madrid, Anderlecht over Youri Tielemans

Francois Lenoir / Reuters

One of Belgium's teenage prodigies is reportedly on the verge of heading to the Vicente Calderon.

According to Spanish daily AS, Atletico Madrid tied up a deal with Anderlecht for 17-year-old defensive midfielder Youri Tielemans, who is a staple of the Belgian club's squad this season and is regarded as one of the top under-17 prospects in Europe.

Representatives from Atleti reportedly met with emissaries from Anderlecht, including their manager director, and a tentative agreement was established as both parties left the meeting with the belief that Tielemans will play for Diego Simeone's side next season.

Furthermore, Anderlecht have apparently offered Tielemans a five-season contract renewal with the intention that he sign it before negotiating with Atleti. One year remains on his current deal.

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