Although both clubs had tried to keep it a secret until the end of the LaLiga season, Brazilian media have announced that Real Madrid and Flamengo have reached an agreement for the transfer of Vinicius Junior in the summer of 2018.
As soon as the match against Atletico Goianiense finished, word got out.
Globoesporte told of the end of a negotiation process that lasted more than a week and the official announcement is expected to be made between Monday and Tuesday.
According to the publication, Real will now pay two-thirds of the player's termination clause and the rest will be spread out in instalments until his arrival in the Spanish capital.
Flamengo extended the contract of the player, which expired in 2019, until 2022, his salary was adjusted and buyout clause increased from 30 to 45 million euros.
Real acceded to pay in order to guarantee the services of the youngster, who has attracted the attention of several European clubs, including Barcelona, after his participation in the U17 South American Championship.
The Brazilian will be presented at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu in July 2018, just after reaching the age of 18.
Until he is of legal age and can sign a contract outside Brazil, he will continue at Flamengo.
Their new idol, who made his professional debut in the Estadio Maracana during the game against Atletico Mineiro (1-1), played the last ten minutes in his team's victory against Atletico Goianense.
Although he had little time, he showed boldness and hunger for goal.
A few seconds before the end of the game, he collected a ball from Rodinei, faced the defence, dribbled and almost scored.
His attitude was applauded by the supporters who will enjoy him while they can.