Fantasy, defender and winger: Leonardo and Kaka in Brazil

AC Milan, or rather, Leonardo is fishing in Brazil. With the help of Kaka the technical director is scouting some of the most promising names in South America.

Rodrigo Caio | Sao Paulo

The 25 year old centre back Rodrigo Caio is one of the two defenders on Leonardo’s list. The Sao Paulo star has made more than 260 appearances for his club since his debut in 2011. For a long time he has been linked with a move to Europe but it’s seems that finally this year is going to be his last in Brazil.

The 2016 Olympic golden medalist is notorious for destroying Neymar in a Santos vs Sao Paulo game of 2013. Rodrigo Caio makes timely interventions rather than steaming into challenges and is good with the ball at his feet. A kind of Bonucci replacement for Milan that can also play as defensive midfielder.

The Brazilian can also be a mean man-marker when circumstances demand, tenacious and dedicated to his task. With Zapata’s contract about to expire in next months the Rossoneri could use an experienced player like the 25 year old in their squad. Caio has an affordable release clause of around 15 million euros.