Real Madrid agree deal for Chelsea's Cucurella

Real Madrid have a verbal agreement in place to sign Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella after the World Cup. The 27-year-old is currently with Spain at the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but a deal has been struck between all parties for a permanent transfer. Further details of the contract and fee are yet to emerge, although the price is believed to be more than the £43m currently suggested and an initial agreement is in place. …