Sergio Ramos nears Monterrey move

MEXICO CITY, Feb. 3 (Xinhua) -- Sergio Ramos is close to joining Monterrey on a free transfer, according to widespread media reports in Mexico.

The 38-year-old center-back underwent a medical examination in Madrid under the observation of Monterrey staff on Monday, newspaper El Universal reported.

It said that Ramos' representatives and Monterrey officials were finalizing contractual terms, adding that an