The Portuguese future is still in doubt
Neymar joined Paris Saint- Germain form Barcelona for a world record fee of €222 million last August, which made him the most expensive player in football history. The Brazilian joined the La Liga giants in 2013 and enjoyed a successful period their but decided to leave as he wanted to operate more independently.
The 26 year old was in excellent form for the Ligue 1 giants, scoring 28 goals and assisting 16 from 30 appearances before suffering a foot injury. He won the Ligue 1 Player’s of the year award despite missing the end of the campaign and has returned to full fitness ahead of the World Cup in Russia.
But according to recent reports in France the Forward has been less than satisfied with life in Paris despite spending less than a year in the French Capital. He has been heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid, who have been interested in him for a long time.
The Spanish side won their third consecutive Champions League last month but the club is looking to strengthen the squad for next season. Florentino Perez is a huge admirer of him and could make a move if he decides to leave Paris.
Club’s former sporting director Jorge Valdano believes the Brazil International ideal replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
The 33 year old’s own Madrid future is in doubt after the Portugal international suggested after the Champions League final that he could leave the club, although he later indicated on a trophy parade he would stay.
“I must say that Neymar is at the level of Real Madrid,” Valdano told L’Equipe as quoted by Goal.
“For me, he is the closest heir to Cristiano Ronaldo.
“It seems to me a legitimate aspiration to bet on a player of his talent that will reach its fullness in the next five years.”
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