Brazil striker Neymar said his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappé became "a little jealous" after superstar Lionel Messi joined the French club in August 2021 in a free transfer.
In reality, the deal seems doomed from the beginning, but in this instance, one less global superstar making his way to North America is good news. Neymar, for all his fame and popularity, would be a failed signing for the league.
Neymar discussed tensions within Paris Saint-Germain due to superstar arrivals, particularly noting Kylian Mbappé's jealousy after Lionel Messi joined. Despite past camaraderie with Mbappé, 'big egos' became a challenge for team success.
In a candid interview with Brazilian national team legend, Romario, on the Romario Onze podcast, Neymar Jr. opened up about the real reasons he left FC Barcelona for Paris Saint-Germain in 2017, offering more insight into one of the most talked-about transfers in soccer history.
The Chicago Fire are trying to land Neymar from Saudi club Al Hilal. However, the task will be easier said than done to bring him over.
Neymar signed for La Liga side Barcelona from Brazil's Santos FC for around $90 million. Before Neymar inked a deal with Barcelona, Real
Germain, uniting the Argentine with Neymar Junior and Kylian Mbappe, it looked as if it could be one of the most fearsome attacks seen the history of football.
In a shocking disclosure, Neymar has lifted the lid on the intricate dynamics of his relationship with Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi during their time together at Paris Saint-Germain.