Real Madrid reportedly sent scouts to watch talented midfielder Lucas Lima play with Brazil against Peru in their 2018 World Cup qualifier, but the 25-year-old played just a handful of minutes in the 3-0 win.
According to AS (h/t Football Espana), Junior Calafat, one of Real's top scouts, met with former Blancos star Kaka before the match, which meant his trip wasn't entirely a waste. Real reportedly view Lima as a viable transfer target.
Here's what Calafat was hoping to see:
Lima is regarded as one of the top talents plying his trade in Brazil, leading the Santos midfield.