SAO PAULO, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Palmeiras are in advanced talks to sign highly rated Argentine striker Jose Manuel Lopez from Lanus, according to Brazilian media reports.
The 21-year-old has been monitored by the Sao Paulo club since last year and is considered a priority target in Brazil's next transfer window, which opens in July, according to Globo Esporte.
Lopez has scored 22 goals in 57 appearances across all competitions since being promoted from the Lanus youth academy in January last year.
He is contracted to the Argentine top-flight side until December 2025.
Palmeiras currently lead the 20-team Brazilian Serie A standings with 15 points from eight matches, ahead of Atletico Mineiro and Corinthians on goal difference. ■
