According to The Daily Mirror, Manchester United have struck a deal with Corinthians for Brazilian defender Jose Rodolfo Pires Ribeiro, better known as Dodo.

At only 17-years-old the centre-back is being compared to Rio Ferdinand, because of his ability on the ball and power in the air.

Dodo is currently at the South American Under-17 Championships with Brazil.

Apparently the young starlet would have no problem attaining a visa or work permit, due to his Portuguese background.

United are thought to have agreed to pay up to £5 million based on performance, should he break into the first team and establish himself in the first team.

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