Torino defender Avelar nearing Brazil return

Rio de Janeiro Dec 29 (IANS) Torino left-back Danilo Avelar said he is seeking a return to his native Brazil amid mounting speculation linking him with Corinthians.

The 28-year-old is currently on loan at France s Amiens where he has made 10 Ligue 1 appearances this football season reports Xinhua news agency.

"We are in negotiations. After eight years in Europe I hope to go back home " Avelar told Brazil s TV RPC without revealing his likely destination.

Corinthians are seeking a left-back after selling Guilherme Arana to Sevilla and confirming plans to loan out Marciel.

Avelar began his career with Brazilian side Rio Claro before joining Ukraine s Karpaty Lviv in 2010. He then had spells at Schalke and Cagliari before joining Torino in 2016.

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