Brazil legend Ronaldinho's teenage son is reportedly training with one of his father's former clubs in the hopes of securing a contract.
The Selecao icon enjoyed a glittering five-year spell at FC Barcelona between 2003 and 2008, winning five trophies in that time, including the UEFA Champions League in the 2005/06 campaign.
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His son, Joao de Assis Moreira, is now looking to follow in his dad's footsteps in attempting to join the same club.
According to Diario Sport, Moreira is on trial with Barca's U19 team in the hopes of signing a deal.
It is said he will likely to be signed for the club's Juvenil A side if he impresses in his trial.
The 17-year-old is currently a free agent after deciding to terminated his contract with Brazilian side Cruzeiro.
Per Mundo Deportivo, Barca president Joan Laporta is personally involved in talks with Moreira's uncle and agent Roberto de Assis, who is Ronaldinho's brother.
Moreira is understood to be a skilful right-footed forward who can play both up front and as a playmaker.
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He is not the only son of a famous footballing father to be making a move in the game in recent weeks, though.
In December 2022, Enzo Alves, son of former Real Madrid star Marcelo, signed his first contract with Los Blancos, while Romeo Beckham, son of David, recently secured a loan move to Premier League side Brentford.
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