Maicon is greeted by, among others, Brian Kidd as he arrives

Player care show Maicon around the dining room

"This is where we stand around talking, waiting to photographed..."

"Hope I don't have to see you too often, Dr Batty..."

Maicon, all smiles on the training pitch

A Mario hug is the best way to start the session

It's Argentina v Brazil as friendly international rivals Maicon and Tevez meet

It all comes so easy to Brazilians...

And he's already got the lads playing beach volley ball!

Carlitos lays down one or two markers as the ribbing continues

Maicon bids farewell after an enjoyable first day - looks like he's settled in already...