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Moreno 'very close' to City move, says coach

Manchester City are "very close" to completing the signing of Colombia international Marlos Moreno, according to Atletico Nacional coach Reinaldo Rueda.

Moreno has been heavily linked to City in recent weeks, with media reports on Monday suggesting a deal for the 19-year-old was all but wrapped up.

Rueda confirmed Moreno's deal to the Premier League is imminent, pending a few minor details to be ironed out in the coming days.

"Everything with Marlos is very close," the 59-year-old said.

"It is a decision that has already been made by his agent and representatives."

"We need and I hope he does not isolate himself from our goal [of reaching the final]," the coach added.

He said: "I am always the last one to find out about these things. The players are not mine."