According to Arabian journalist Khaled Waleed, there is a circulating rumor about Neymar’s potential transfer to FC Barcelona. Neymar, who currently plays for PSG and signed a contract renewal in the summer of 2021, is said to be interested in returning to Spain and joining his former club Barcelona. Neymar’s annual salary at PSG is $36 million.
Neymar Junior, one of the most talented players of our time, had an impressive stint at FC Barcelona, playing 186 matches and scoring 105 goals while providing 76 assists. Barcelona has expressed their interest in bringing Neymar back and has outlined a condition for PSG to consider the trade, which involves covering his substantial salary.
Neymar played a pivotal role in Barcelona’s successful 2015 treble-winning campaign, forming a strong bond with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, which became renowned worldwide. This trio is widely regarded by many football legends as the most formidable and lethal in the sport. Neymar’s contribution alongside Messi and Suarez helped Barcelona secure the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, and Copa del Rey titles in the same season. However, he made a record-breaking transfer to PSG in 2017, ending his time at Barcelona.
Neymar Junior has recently faced widespread online trolling after two models revealed that they had received direct messages from him while he was in a committed relationship with his girlfriend, who was pregnant at the time. Neymar publicly admitted to cheating on his fiancée and issued a public apology on social media, confirming the authenticity of the claims.
Furthermore, during a Ligue 1 match against Bordeaux, Neymar faced boos and jeers from PSG supporters. The Paris Saint-Germain fans have gained a reputation for their disruptive behavior both on and off the field, with even Lionel Messi experiencing routine booing. This behavior did not sit well with France’s top football player, Kylian Mbappe, who expressed his dissatisfaction. In a display of discontent, PSG supporters gathered outside Neymar’s home, as well as at the PSG headquarters, where they directed their jeers towards individuals such as Marco Verratti.
Xavi Denies Neymar’s Barcelona Return
Barcelona head coach Xavi has dismissed the rumors of Neymar’s potential return to the club. While acknowledging Neymar’s exceptional skills and their strong friendship, Xavi stated that Neymar is not part of their plans. Barcelona is currently facing financial challenges but still possesses a formidable team for the upcoming season, with players like Lewandowski, Ansu Fati, Pedri, Gavi, and Gundogan forming a strong forward and midfield lineup.
In another news, a Neymar Jr. supporter made headlines last week by announcing his intention to bequeath his inheritance to the football star. Speaking to the online publication Metrópoles, the unnamed supporter expressed his admiration for Neymar and his identification with the Brazilian national team. He also shared his personal experiences of defamation and emphasized the value he places on family, drawing parallels between his own relationship with his deceased father and Neymar’s relationship with his own father.
