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Real Madrid Transfer News: Lucas Lima Scouted, Fernando Llorente Talks Rumours

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.