Ronaldinho's son attempted to hide his identity during his trial with Brazilian side Cruzerio.

The Brazilian icon's son, Joao Mendes, is just 13 but has been making waves while progressing through the youth ranks.

He trialled with Paris Saint-Germain, one of his father's many clubs, at their training base in the Brazilian capital Brasilia before trying out for Cruzeiro, whose senior side play in the top flight.

Ronaldinho's 13-year-old son, Joao Mendes is a promising footballer; he is pictured here with his mother, Janaina Nattielle, and Jorge Washington, who works for Brazilian club Cruzeiro

Mendes tried to hide the fact that he is the son of Ronaldinho during his trial with Cruzeiro

But, according to Brazilian outlet Globoesporte, Mendes wanted to gain his place in the side through merit, rather than the club's top brass selecting him due to his father's name.

Globo, who appear to have blown Mendes' cover, claim the youngster 'charmed the scouts' during his trial there but, owing to the fact he is just 13, he is too young to sign a contract.

Mendes is the son of Janaina Nattielle Mendes, a former dancer who was married to the Barcelona great in 2004. Their marriage only lasted for two years, ending in 2007. His mother, however, is reportedly the one who decides Joao's future.

The Cruzeiro trainee certainly appears to have been passed on some of his father's otherworldly footballing talent. Indeed, it is a story to keep a close eye on.

Mendes, still only 13, trialled with Paris Saint-Germain at their base in Brazilian capital Brasilia

Mendes appears a bright talent for the future, here he is pictured celebrating a goal during trial

PSG star in the making.. pic.twitter.com/ZLyy5kecva — 𝓘𝓼𝓪 (@saintluisa) July 5, 2018