Yeferson Soteldo is in talks with Real Madrid regarding a summer transfer

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is said to be on a recruitment drive for young players and has turned his attention to South America.

The Bernabeu club have already reached an agreement with Flamengo for highly-rated Brazilian forward Vinicus Junior.

And Spanish outlet Don Balon claim Perez has identified another two targets - Venezuelan striker Yeferson Soteldo and Argentinian midfielder Santiago Ascacibar.

Negotiations with Soteldo’s club Huachipato are said to be at an advanced stage and the 20-year-old is awaiting to hear back from Real.