Neymar (31), who decided to part ways with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), left Lee Kang-in (22) and was predicted to be with Lionel Messi (36, Inter Miami).
British ‘Express’ quoted Spain’s ‘Marca’ on the 9th (Korean time) and reported that Neymar, whose uncertainty is increasing at PSG, may decide to make a surprise trip to the United States to be with former Barcelona teammate Messi.
Neymar recently informed his club PSG that he would like to leave the club this summer. Right after Neymar finished his Asian tour, he met with his family and agent to talk and they all agreed that it was time to end his PSG career.
Neymar announced his recovery from injury while playing full-time on the Korean tour with Jeonbuk Hyundai. In addition, it was shocking news because he showed a familiar appearance with Lee Kang-in, who was newly added, and made high expectations from Korean fans.
In an interview with a Brazilian media last June, Neymar said, “I want to play for PSG this season, because I have a contract with PSG. Even if there is not much love from the fans, I am always calm. With or without love, I want to stay at PSG.” said.
But Neymar’s mind eventually changed his mind. According to French ‘L’Equipe’, Neymar came as a shock to PSG fans protesting in front of his house in May. He felt that PSG was exposed to external dangers as it did not sufficiently protect the players.
Following the news that Neymar has decided to part ways with PSG, Spain’s Mundo Deportivo reported that Neymar is linked with Barcelona. They say they want Neymar in return for Ousmane Dembele, who is about to move to PSG.
Neymar is also eager to return to Barcelona. Even Neymar is known to be willing to lower his own salary for his return to Barcelona.
Chelsea are also interested in signing Neymar. It is known that Neymar can be acquired for a transfer fee of 60 million pounds (approximately 100.8 billion won). However, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is said to be interested in another striker, not Neymar. 메이저사이트
Then, ‘Marca’ insisted that Neymar could eventually head to the American Major League Soccer (MLS) where Messi is located. As soon as Messi joined Inter Miami, successfully settling in with seven goals in four games, New York City FC expressed interest in Neymar.
New York City is owned by an investment firm led by Manchester City (Man City) owner Mansour bin Zayed. In the end, if Mansour allows it, he can actively pursue Neymar. New York City have already signed European football stars including David Villa, Andrea Pirlo and Frank Lampard.
However, Neymar’s father, Santos Senior, refrained from commenting on the possibility of Neymar’s transfer, saying in an interview with Brazil’s ‘PL Brazil’, “I cannot confirm news that will not happen.”
Following the Kylian Mbappe transfer saga, PSG, which is in a turbulent atmosphere until the demand for Neymar transfer, will play the opening game of the 2023-2024 season against Lorient at the Parc des Princes, the home stadium, on the 13th.