Neymar’s Father Debunks PSG Forward Transfer Rumours As 'Fake News'

Neymar’s Father Debunks PSG Forward Transfer Rumours As 'Fake News'

Ero Samson
updated at August 8, 2023 at 9:28 AM
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  • Neymar Junior’s future has been laced with uncertainty all summer
  • The PSG star has been linked with a move away from the French city
  • Neymar’s father has responded to the talk of his son leaving the club

Neymar Junior's club future has been a subject of keen interest, following reports that he had expressed a desire to leave Paris Saint-Germain.

L'Equipe's report about the Brazilian forward seeking to depart the French capital came at a time when the club was primarily occupied with the transfer saga of Kylian Mbappe.

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Rumours of Neymar exiting PSG this summer have recently dominated the headlines. Image: Dave Winter.
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More recently, however, Neymar's father has spoken to the media about the speculation and attempted to clear the air about his son's future with the Parisians.

Neymar father's reacts to transfer rumours

Neymar Senior, a Brazilian businessman and entrepreneur who also serves as his son's agent, appears to be displeased with the reports.

Speaking to Premier League Brasil in an exclusive interview, he was translated as saying:

"I can't confirm news that didn't happen. L'Equipe being L'Efake. The alleged information came from somewhere; let's try to understand the intention."

Reports surrounding Neymar's club football future have lingered all summer.

The winger has been linked with Chelsea and Manchester United in the Premier League clubs, while CBS Sports reported he was also made an offer by Saudi Pro League club, Al-Hilal.

PSG have also stated they will not stand in the way of the Brazilian if they receive a good enough offer, despite their star being contracted until the summer of 2025.

The Parisians are also shifting from their previous 'individual-centric' project to more of a team-based effort after the appointment of Luis Enrique as coach.

The former Spain national coach is not believed to be counting on Neymar and would not be overly concerned if the French club scratch him off their books.

Barcelona's president wants Neymar back

Sports Brief also reported previously that Barcelona president, Joan Laporta would sign Neymar again, which is at odds with the wishes of head coach, Xavi Hernandez.

Barcelona Universal has stated that the Catalan giants could make an offer to PSG to bring the Brazilian back to Camp Nou on a loan deal, with an option to purchase.

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Samson Ero is a sports journalist with a track record of over five years in the Nigerian media industry. He graduated from Nigerian Institute of Journalism (2021-2023).
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