Ronaldinho son would be Burnley 'project' signing

Joao Mendes began his junior career at Flamengo, one of his father's former clubsBurnley manager Scott Parker says he understands the excitement around the expected signing of Ronaldinho's son Joao Mendes - but insists the winger will be a "development prospect", not a first-team regular.

The Championship club are reportedly putting the finishing touches to a deal which will see the former Barcelona teenager swap the Nou Camp for Turf Moor on what is expected to be a two-year deal.

While the Burnley manager admitted he understood the buzz about the 19-year-old given his father’s achievements in the game, he has urged perspective regarding his prospects.

"This is a player we see as a…