Real Betis wrapping up deal for Barcelona defender Chadi Riad

Real Betis are wrapping up a deal for Barcelona defender Chadi Riad.

Riad is joining Real Betis on-loan, says Sport.

The youngster's deal will include a permanent option should he impress at Betis.

Now 20, Riad has struggled to find a way into Barca's first team, having managed just 60 seconds of senior action.

Riad is now aiming to launch the next phase of career with Real Betis.