Manchester United scouts sent to watch a potential transfer target in Brazil have returned to report that their one of their own players was the most impressive on the pitch.
United's talent-spotters sent to watch 21-year-old midfielder Joao Gomes play for Flamengo instead highlighted Andreas Pereira as the most notable performer on the night.
The 26-year-old was on the periphery of the United squad in recent seasons but has shone since making a loan move to the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A at the start of the season.
United's scouts were sent to watch exciting midfield prospect Joao Gomes but came back with reports on Pereira, who shone in Flamengo's most recent outing.