Manchester United have held a round of talks with Santos for their midfielder Paulo Henrique Ganso.
Brazilian sources say United took advantage of midfielder Rodrigo Possebon's move to Santos to discuss Ganso's situation.
Ganso is regarded among Brazil's brightest new talents and has been a long-term target for United.
Possebon, capped at U21 level by Italy, was expected to remain in Europe this season and his return home is seen as a strategic move by United to gain an advantage in negotiations for Ganso.
