According to multiple reports, Rafael Obrador is closer than ever to joining Torino, with the teams having reached an agreement. The defender, currently with Sl Benfica is now discussing personal terms, with both parties aiming to wrap up the deal quickly. While nothing is final yet, it is looking increasingly likely that Rafael Obrador will be a Torino player imminently. While Strasbourg Alsace have shown interest, Torino currently lead the race - though the situation could evolve if a deal drags on. So far in this season, Torino are conceding 1.6 goals a game (32 in 20), more than they'd like compared to the Serie A standard. The hope is Rafael Obrador adds a bit of steel and helps make them tougher to break down. Sl Benfica have also been linked with Thiago Almada and Wesley Gassova Ribeiro Teixeira while Torino are reportedly monitoring Christos Mandas, Arthur and David Ricardo. Need more Torino transfer rumours? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for live transfer news and rumours from across the world of football.